‘Notebook’ Nicholas Sparks Reacts To Gena Rowlands Alzheimer’s, ‘Cruel Disease’

“The Pocket book” creator Nicholas Sparks is lamenting Gena Rowlands‘ battle with Alzheimer’s — feeling for her and her household, and excited about the unhappy parallel to the traditional guide and film.

Nicholas says … “Alzheimer’s is such a merciless illness. On days like as we speak, I am reminded of Gena’s highly effective portrayal of Allie and the depth she delivered to the character. Her efficiency touched tens of millions of hearts and helped convey my story to life in methods I by no means imagined.”

In fact, Gena’s character within the massive display adaptation of Nicholas’ well-known romance novel battles the identical illness she’s now dealing with in actual life.

On social media, Nicholas shared an previous picture of Gena and himself on the ‘Pocket book’ set alongside together with his heartfelt tribute … saying he is really honored to have labored with “such a gifted artist.”

He is additionally sending ideas and prayers to Gena and her household, together with her son, Nick Cassavetes, who directed “The Pocket book.”

Keep in mind … the film stars James Garner as Duke, — Noah’s alias — who visits Allie and recounts their love story … which, after all, additionally starred Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling as Noah and Allie once they have been youthful

As we reported … Gena and Nick introduced her analysis Tuesday by way of Leisure Weekly … as a part of the twentieth anniversary of the film.

Gena’s mom, actress Girl Rowlands, was additionally recognized with Alzheimer’s earlier than she died.