Veteran news presenter Jon Snow says he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Multiple reports, citing Alzheimer’s Society and Snow’s own comments, say the diagnosis was made several years ago, with at least one account stating he was told four years earlier. Snow, 78, says he is choosing to speak publicly about his condition to raise awareness and to be a voice for others living with dementia.
Channel 4 is set to air a documentary titled “Jon Snow: A Last Big Story”. The programme follows Snow as he navigates life with Alzheimer’s while working on a final investigative project. Reports also include remarks from Snow and his wife, who describe how an Alzheimer’s diagnosis changes life but does not end it.
Alzheimer’s Society representatives comment that Snow’s decision to talk about his diagnosis highlights the need for earlier and faster access to dementia diagnosis and support. Several outlets also note Snow stepped down from Channel 4 News in 2021 after more than three decades with the broadcaster and returned from retirement for the documentary and related work.
