Julie Goodyear: Coronation Street's Bet Lynch slowly fading away, says husband
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Julie Goodyear's spouse, who is the partner of the Coronation Street star, has expressed concern about her "gradual decline" since being diagnosed with dementia.
According to an article in The Mirror, Scott Brand expressed how much he longed for his wife's cheerful personality and shared that witnessing her decline was a very distressing and agonizing experience.
At the time of her appearance on the television series, Goodyear was aged 81 and famously portrayed the character of Bet Lynch, a barmaid with a love for leopard-print clothing.
Brand was making a statement in support of a fresh initiative by the Alzheimer's Society, which both he and his partner are endorsing.
The marketing effort showcases a TV commercial narrated by actor Colin Firth, titled The Long Farewell. It centers on the harsh truth of the illness and how it forces individuals to experience multiple "deaths" repeatedly.
Last summer, Brand, who is 55 years old, made public the announcement about Goodyear's diagnosis.
Updating everyone on her condition, Brand expressed that she longs for the cheerful and joyful wife that Julie used to be. This was the enthusiastic and lively person who could bring happiness to any place she visited, with a brilliant smile that illuminated every corner of the room.
Everything is gradually disappearing and witnessing this decline is causing me immense agony.
Brand expressed that his spouse is presently finding it difficult to identify individuals, and shared that he longed for the simple pleasures that come with being in a relationship.
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The famous Julie Goodyear was easily recognizable for her distinct fashion sense that often included clothes with leopard print patterns.
The fact that we can't just go out together as a couple without planning it ahead of time, holding onto each other's hands while we walk, enjoying meals together or running errands and shopping - these are all things that make me feel like we are slowly separating from each other over a long period of time.
From 1966 to 2003, Goodyear was a prominent figure on Coronation Street. She skillfully portrayed Bet Lynch, a character who came to be beloved and enduring on the popular ITV soap opera.
The performer has also taken part in unscripted programs like Celebrity Big Brother and Celebrity Fit Club.
Brand noted that his spouse used to be renowned for her stylish attire and stunning appearance, yet she no longer has a desire to maintain this image.
"He mentioned that Julie has consistently exuded elegance, and doesn't leave the house without adorning her makeup."
At present, the usage of lipsticks and other cosmetics has been discontinued, while clothing items, particularly those with leopard patterns, no longer hold any appeal.
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Julie Goodyear participated in the TV show Celebrity Big Brother as well.
Brand, who tied the knot with Goodyear in 2007, disclosed that he had to quit his job to take care of his wife on a full-time basis.
At first, he attempted to take care of her on his own, but found it overwhelming. He quickly came to the realization that he required assistance.
Looking after Julie is the most important thing for me, but my well-being was being negatively impacted, and as the only carer, I felt like it was slowly hurting me. I would highly recommend that anyone else going through a similar journey should not hesitate in accepting any help that may be offered to them.
The Alzheimer's Society has assigned a Dementia Advisor to aid Brand and relieve some of his stress. He expressed that he would have been unable to cope without their assistance: "During a difficult time, it was a valuable support system for both of us and still is."
The television commercial of the charitable organization depicts a mourning son who remembers several instances of his mother's life where a part of her perished during her funeral.
The CEO of Alzheimer's Society, Kate Lee, stated their mission is to reveal the harsh reality of dementia's destructive impact, and that it's based on the insight and experiences of individuals impacted by this illness.
According to her, the illness' "unceasing advancement" leads to certain parts of the individual dying continuously.
"But don't lose hope," she continued. "Alzheimer's Society offers support services that are always available to those who are repeatedly affected by the harsh reality of the prolonged farewell."
