Warren Beatty, renowned for his breakout roles in the 1960s and his involvement in timeless classics like Bonnie and Clyde, a film he starred in and produced, has intermittently withdrawn from the public eye to prioritize his personal endeavors and projects. These periods of seclusion have consistently ignited conjecture and gossip among his fans and the media.
Beatty’s notable absence on March 25, a significant day marking the Broadway debut of his 23-year-old daughter, Ella Beatty, alongside Sarah Paulson in the play Appropriate, has reignited speculation, particularly concerning Beatty’s well-being. This absence has prompted fresh discussions and concerns about his health status among his followers and the public.
Insider says Warren Beatty is battling a medical condition
Sources close to the 87-year-old filmmaker claimed that he is currently grappling with an undisclosed medical condition. The ailment has compelled him to avoid public appearances and outings. “Hollywood insiders can’t help but wonder if he’s OK or very ill,” an insider exclusively revealed to In Touch. “The rumors are that he’s having memory issues and would rather stay home than be seen in a crowd.”
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Another person noted, “Warren is frail and still vain as hell. He doesn’t want to be seen in public.” A third person affirmed fans’ speculation, “I haven’t heard of anything specific that he suffers from, but I have heard that he’s very forgetful.”
In 2017, fans were concerned about Beatty’s health, particularly during the Oscars when he reunited with his Bonnie and Clyde co-star, Faye Dunaway, to present the Best Picture award. As they opened the envelope, Beatty seemed confused, eventually passing the card to Dunaway, who mistakenly announced the wrong film as the winner.
Although he tried to fix the mistake during an appearance on the Graham Norton Show, the incident sparked discussions among fans about Beatty’s cognitive health, raising questions about his well-being at the time.