George Hamilton shares memory loss after surgery and new romance at 87
The 87-year-old actor disclosed that a surgery left him with amnesia, forcing him to reread his memoir to recall his identity, and he is now dating socialite Katherine Bryan.
George Hamilton, celebrated for his bronzed Hollywood image, told Page Six that a surgery performed about four or five years ago left him unable to recognize who he was, a condition doctors had predicted would last only a few days. The memory loss persisted for years, prompting him to reread his 2008 memoir, "Don’t Mind If I Do," to reconstruct his identity and evaluate his past actions. The experience sharpened his focus on virtues such as kindness, good manners and optimism, which he now considers essential as he ages.
Hamilton, who recently celebrated his 87th birthday, is in a relationship with socialite Katherine Bryan, a psychologist and writer, and praises her generosity and social circle. Together with Bryan’s son, author George Gurley, he is planning a one-man show about his life for a winter performance in Palm Beach and working on a sequel to his memoir. He also reflected on his brother William "Bill" Potter Hamilton’s materialism and the importance of valuing intangible qualities.
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The story highlights how a health crisis can reshape a public figure's outlook and personal relationships.
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