Timothy West Says Wife Prunella Scales' Dementia 'Hasn't Changed' Their Relationship 'At All'

In 2017, Timothy West and Prunella Scales made a public appearance together.

Timothy West and Prunella Scales were seen in public together in the year 2017.

The stars of Fawlty Towers, Timothy West and Prunella Scales, have made a statement about how they refuse to allow their working relationship to be impacted by West's diagnosis with vascular dementia.

To celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, Timothy has authored a book documenting the journey of his enduring relationship with his spouse. The book also delves into his partner's medical condition, which she received a formal diagnosis for back in 2014.

During an interview with BBC News, he mentioned that it's constantly on their minds and requires a lot of consideration. It's a matter that cannot be ignored and must be taken into account at all times. Fortunately, individuals are usually understanding and compassionate about the circumstances.

We have managed to handle the situation somehow and Pru doesn't give it much thought.

When thinking about their marriage, Timothy declared that he believes it has remained the same despite his wife's diagnosis. Prunella expressed her enthusiasm by saying that she has been able to get to know him even more closely.

. Timothy West and Prunella Scales had been married for more than ten years by 1976.

Timothy West and Prunella Scales tied the knot over 10 years prior to 1976.

He added: "I am aware that there will be some alterations, but it has been a significant length of time, and we have handled the situation quite effectively. We never harbor the thought of feeling worried or apprehensive."

"I don't either, never have," Prunella confirmed. "Someone whom I greatly respect and admire, and with whom I share many beliefs, has asked me to spend the rest of my life with them. We also have many disagreements, which we happily discuss."

At the close of the interview, the pair was questioned about their experience in marking 60 years of marriage. Prunella expressed gratitude to her spouse, acknowledging, "I appreciate you for standing by me all these years."

"Well, we've been successful," he remarked with the addition, "It hasn't exactly been difficult, has it?"

After being asked, she answered back saying, "Absolutely not! He's someone whom I fancy, cherish and relish spending time with."

In 1963, Timothy and Prunella tied the knot. They first met two years prior while collaborating on a period drama called She Died Young, which aired on the BBC.

After being diagnosed with dementia in 2014, Prunella and her partner started hosting the Channel 4 documentary series, Great Canal Journeys. They were instructed by medical professionals to stay positive, despite Prunella's diagnosis, and ended up doing the show for ten seasons.

A pair of individuals attended the wedding ceremony of King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The pair who attended the nuptials of monarch Charles and his consort Camilla

Back in 2015, during an interview with Piers Morgan's Life Stories show, Timothy mentioned that even though Pru had gone through a lot, they still found pleasure in life. They were able to share experiences and find enjoyment in various activities despite Pru's limitations.

The progress of this situation occurs slowly over time. If one focuses solely on the present, then it can be handled, however, when reminiscing about the past and realizing what one is no longer capable of, it becomes a sorrowful experience. For example, feeling regretful that someone can't enjoy something or engage in a conversation like they used to.

The pair later resigned from their program about canal boating in 2019. Following their departure, Gyles Brandrith and Sheila Hancock took the reins. Even so, Timothy occasionally shows up as a guest on the show.

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