“Duck Dynasty” star Phil Robertson will “continue to fight the battle” as he struggles with losing his appetite after his The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s.
On the most recent episode of the ‘Unashamed with the Robertson Family’ podcast, Phil’s son Jase shared his father’s wish to thank fans for their outpouring of prayers. Jase noted that his father is keeping “the faith” as he battles his diagnosis.
Phil’s other son, Alan Robertson, was also on the podcast episode and explained that he told his wife Lisa that he didn’t expect his father to get the reaction he got after sharing that his health deteriorates.
Phil Robertson has lost his appetite as he battles Alzheimer’s disease. (Nicholas Kamm/AFP via Getty Images)
“The outpouring of love, of support, of prayer … is almost a bit overwhelming for me,” Alan said.
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Jase noted that the original podcast episode announcing Phil’s diagnosis was released just days after they recorded it. When the podcast went live, Phil was able to get a “respite” from the constant pain and loss of appetite he was experiencing.
“The outpouring of love, support, prayer… is almost a little overwhelming for me.”
‘During that short transition period, Phil got some relief from his pain. Although his overall condition remained the same, he simply felt better. We had gone down to have lunch with him, you know, Missy and I, because, you know, if you bring him really good food, you can convince him to eat,” Jase said.
Jase noted that due to his father’s health condition, he is “not hungry at all” and “has to force himself to eat.”
Phil Robertson’s son revealed last week that Phil is battling Alzheimer’s disease. (Courtesy of Phil Robertson)
“I really feel like it was just the prayers,” Jase said of his father’s sudden revival. “Because, you know, he’s been on a downward spiral for months.”
Jase noted that Phil was at the “lowest point in this whole process” before the release of the podcast episode.
“It was the first time I really saw any improvement. He felt a little better. We had a good conversation and he was kind of on top of the conversation,” Jase noted.
Feeling a little better after the podcast was released on Friday, Phil decided to go to church on Sunday.
The Robertson family from A&E’s ‘Duck Dynasty’. (A&E)
‘He didn’t do much or say much. But he came for an hour,” Jase said.
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Jase noted that he was beyond overwhelmed by the text messages he received after sharing his father’s diagnosis. Donald Trump Jr. stood out the most.
“You know, the president-elect’s son,” he said. “I was a little overwhelmed. We are very grateful for all the prayers.”
Phil Robertson’s son received a text message from President-elect Trump’s son after news of Phil’s health broke. (Getty Images)
On Friday’s episode of the “Unashamed with the Robertson Family” podcast, Jase revealed the diagnosis.
“Phil isn’t doing well. I think I spoke on the thousandth podcast. We were trying to figure out the diagnosis. But the doctors say he has some kind of blood disorder that’s causing all kinds of problems,” Jase said.
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“It seems like it’s accelerated, and it’s causing problems with his whole body. And he has early stages of Alzheimer’s. So when you put those things together, he’s really not doing well. He’s struggling. “
Phil played a major role in the ‘Unashamed’ podcast, but due to the decline in his health he is ‘unable to sit down and have a conversation’, Jase revealed. He also noted that these days his father can barely walk around without “crying out in pain.”
“He misses it. He misses the stories we tell,” Jase said of the podcast.
The Robertsons, from left to right, Phil, Si, Jase and Willie, from the reality series ‘Duck Dynasty’. (The associated press)
The “Unashamed with the Robertson Family” included Phil, Jase, Alan and Phil’s cousin, Zach Dasher.
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Jase noted that a team of doctors told him and his family, “What Phil has cannot be cured.
“We’re trying to make him a little more comfortable,” he noted.
Phil Robertson on A&E’s Duck Dynasty. (A&E)
In the podcast episode, Jase noted that the Robertson family is grateful for the prayers and support sent Phil’s way.
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Phil starred in “Duck Dynasty” from 2012 to 2017. He also founded the Duck Commander Company.
