Documentary About Glen Campbell And Alzheimer’s on Netflix [VIDEO]

It will make you laugh, and cry, and sing along. 'Glen Campbell; I'll Be Me' is a documentary on Netflix right now that shows the star's journey into Alzheimer's disease.

Many years ago, I was asked if I would introduce Glen Campbell at the then-Maine Center for the Arts, and I couldn't say yes fast enough. I've been a huge fan since I was a kid, watching the 'Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour' with my family, and singing along with songs like 'Wichita Lineman' and 'Southern Nights.' I remember getting up on stage and telling a lame story about how I used to tell people, when I was a kid, that I'm related to Glen Campbell. True story, but my cousin Glen lives in Aroostook County. As I walked off the dark stage, a very tall man leaned over into my face and said "thank you, darlin'!" I walked to my seat totally starstruck that Glen Campbell had spoken to me.

So I debated whether I wanted to watch the documentary that tells the story of Glen's Alzheimer's. I didn't want to see one of my heroes in that kind of light. But last night, I decided I'd give it a try. And once I started watching, I couldn't turn it off. While it's tough to watch at times, when he gets confused or angry, it's amazing to watch, not only his strength, but also the strength and patience of his wife and children.

The filmmaker follows Glen and Kim on his farewell tour through the U.S., Europe, and Australia. At times, it's tough to get him to take a shower, or get him ready to perform. He wanders the halls of hotels and argues when Kim tells him he needs to see a dentist, much like a child. But, alternately, he keeps his sense of humor, constantly cracking jokes. And when he gets onstage, he is the performer we've all come to know and love.

In the end, instead of being depressed by the documentary, I found myself smiling about his courage to continue performing as long as he did, over his obvious love for his family, and for their sensitivity in knowing when it was time to end the tour. If you love Glen Campbell, I encourage you to watch the documentary. It will make you love him even more and keep you singing and humming his music to yourself for hours.

Alzheimer's is a horrible, unfair disease that robs people of everything that makes them who they are. Glen said it best when he tells the doctor, "I feel fine. I just can't remember things.'