It's been a tough few years for Chris Hemsworth. First, his beloved dog passed away. Then, he and his wife separated.
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And now, the Australian actor Chris Hemsworth has announced that he is taking a break from the industry to focus on his health.
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Hemsworth, who is best known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, revealed in an Instagram post that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
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"I'm not sure what the future holds, but for now, I'm going to take a break from acting and focus on my health,"
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Hemsworth wrote. "I want to thank all of my fans for their support during this difficult time."
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The news of Hemsworth's diagnosis has come as a shock to many, as the actor had seemed to be in good health just a few years ago.
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However, Alzheimer's is a progressive disease that can often take years to develop. Hemsworth is not the first celebrity to reveal a diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
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In 2014, actor Glen Campbell announced that he had been diagnosed with the disease. And in 2016, country music legend Merle Haggard passed away from complications of the disease.
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We hope that Hemsworth is able to take the time he needs to focus on his health and we wish him all the best.