Alzheimer's Association Salutes Glen Campbell On His Academy Award Nomination For Best Original Song

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Feb 22, 2015, 11:25 ET

CHICAGO, Feb. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association thanks and salutes Glen Campbell and Julian Raymond for the song "I'm Not Gonna Miss You," that was among the Academy Award nominees for Best Original Song, during the Oscar ceremony this evening.

The Association also celebrates the dedication and devotion of the Campbell family, "Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me" documentary producers James Keach and Trevor Albert, the members of the Wrecking Crew who performed on the recording of "I'm Not Gonna Miss You," and Tim McGraw for his beautiful performance of the song in honor of Glen Campbell during the 87^th Academy Awards.

"The brave public disclosure of Glen Campbell's Alzheimer's diagnosis and coast-to-cost farewell tour that was captured in "I'll Be Me," brought Alzheimer's out of the shadows and on to a stage, bringing much needed attention to the Alzheimer's cause," said Harry Johns, president and CEO, Alzheimer's Association. "The poignant Oscar-nominated song "I'm Not Going to Miss You" is a moving illustration of the Alzheimer's experience for Glen and his family, and a great tribute to the more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's disease and their 15 million caregivers."

While on tour, Campbell and his family performed on stages from Los Angeles to the Library of Congress for government leaders, longtime fans and families who are facing Alzheimer's. The Alzheimer's Association was proud to support the development of this moving and heartwarming documentary that captured the Campbell family's journey with Alzheimer's.

About the Alzheimer's Association^®The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's. For more information, visit alz.org.

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