Singer Show Lo says 67YO mum doesn't recognise him sometimes due to Alzheimer's: 'It's OK if she forgets. I'll remember for her'

Taiwanese singer Show Lo discusses his mother's struggle with Alzheimer's disease and his commitment to supporting her. He expresses a desire to cherish their remaining time together despite her memory loss.
Why it matters
It highlights the personal challenges faced by caregivers of those with dementia and the importance of emotional support in family dynamics.
Taiwanese singer-actor Show Lo has opened up about his 67-year-old mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease, revealing that she sometimes struggles to recognise him.
In a recent interview on a Taiwanese programme, the 47-year-old became emotional as he spoke about watching his mother’s memory decline.
“Sometimes she remembers me, but sometimes she doesn’t.
“My mum once came to support me at an event, but when she saw me, she asked where I was,” he recalled, adding that she eventually recognised him a short while later.
Lo shared that he is mentally preparing himself for the possibility that his mother may one day forget him completely, though he admitted he doesn’t know if he will be able to hold back his tears when that happens.
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