Al Pacino Reflects on Near-Death COVID Experience

The 84-year-old actor recounts a life-threatening encounter with COVID-19 in 2020 as he promotes his new memoir, 'Sonny Boy.'

Overview

Al Pacino, 84, revealed he nearly died from COVID-19 in 2020, losing his pulse before medical intervention saved him.
The actor described the surreal experience of awakening to paramedics and doctors in protective gear in his home.
Pacino credits his assistant for quickly summoning help when his condition deteriorated due to fever and dehydration.
Despite the ordeal, Pacino stated that the experience did not change his outlook on life.
He recently became a father again, welcoming a son with Noor Alfallah, and continues to work on new film projects.