“I’m numb today:” Nile Rodgers says his mother Beverly Goodman died after the Alzheimer’s battle
Nile Rodgers said on social media on Sunday that his mother, Beverly Goodman, died after an Alzheimer’s battle.
“My #BeverlyGoodman #RIP mother passed away around 6 am today,” tweeted the 68-year-old musician on Sunday. ‘I took some of my first breaths with her and she took some of the last with me. My brothers and I will get in touch with everyone soon. Today I am numb. ‘
The New York native followed the sad message with a picture of himself beside his sick mother’s bed.
The most recent: Nile Rodgers, 68, said on social media on Sunday that his mother, Beverly Goodman, died after an Alzheimer’s battle. He was photographed in New York last year
Chic’s co-founder last week talked about the anguish he experienced at not being able to connect with her in person on vacation, as she was hospitalized under strict medical protocols amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
“The saddest part of this #COVID holiday is not being able to visit my # mother,” said Rodgers on December 23. ‘She’s always happy and fun, even in the final stage of # Alzheimer’s. I learned to redirect or not, so she never bothers about memory loss.
Rodgers earlier this month told The Mirror about his family history with the disease.
“Six family members had Alzheimer’s,” he said. ‘We are talking about my mother who currently has Alzheimer’s. And my mother’s sister, my aunt, died of Alzheimer’s. And their mother, my maternal grandmother, died of it, and my maternal grandmother’s sister – my great-aunt – died of it. And your daughter also died of it. And my uncle too.
Touching: the New York native followed the sad message with a photo of himself beside his sick mother’s bed
Rodgers received condolences from his colleagues after the bleak announcement
Rodgers earlier this month told The Mirror about his family history of the disease, saying that six relatives died from the disease
He told the publication about his work with the music therapy charity Nordoff Robbins and the impact of music on communicating with people.
“I believe that the charity does the kind of work that should be done around the world,” he said. ‘I believe that musicians are suitable ambassadors and being able to spread this kind of kindness and love all over the world is an incredible thing.
“Being at the forefront of this is a very noble cause. I’ve seen music reach people right in front of me. ‘
The Good Times artist received condolences from his colleagues after the bleak announcement.
The report by the band Earth, Wind & Fire tweeted: ‘We are very sorry to hear that. Our most sincere condolences, Nilo.
Radio veteran Wayne Cabot said: ‘You gave her the greatest gift of all parents: her son’s pride. Much love to the Nile for you and your family. ‘
Singer Jason Isbell added: ‘I’m sorry for your loss, Nilo.’