Alan Alda on fighting Parkinson's with laughter

TL;DR

Alan Alda, 90, reflects on his iconic roles, including Hawkeye Pierce in "M*A*S*H."
He recounts his childhood experience with polio and the influence of his father's acting career.
Alda discusses his mother's schizophrenia and paranoia, noting how it enhanced his observational skills and curiosity.
He emphasizes the significance of human connection, cultivated on "M*A*S*H" sets and explored through his podcast "Clear+Vivid."
Alda openly discusses his Parkinson's disease diagnosis, framing it as a "hobby" and using humor to cope.
He believes in accepting reality and finding humor in challenging situations, including the daily struggles with Parkinson's symptoms.
Alda and his wife, Arlene, who will celebrate 70 years of marriage, have three daughters and eight grandchildren.

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