Overview
- George Lazenby, 85, has been diagnosed with early-stage dementia that impairs his short-term memory but leaves his core personality intact.
- Pam Shriver, his former wife and five-time Wimbledon doubles champion, reconciled after a bitter divorce to take on his caregiving responsibilities.
- Shriver secured power of attorney under a legal agreement made years ago to prepare for any future loss of Lazenby’s mental capacity.
- Lazenby was evacuated from his Pacific Palisades housing during California wildfires and relocated to an assisted living facility in Santa Monica.
- Shriver accompanies Lazenby on daily walks and conversations that tap into his memories and support his well-being.