Hollywood icon Candice Bergen opens up about the deeply personal journey of caring for both of her late husbands. Her heartfelt reflections reveal the emotional toll, powerful lessons about love, and why caregivers must never forget to care for themselves too.
Legendary actress Candice Bergen is sharing an honest and emotional look at one of the most challenging chapters of her life—being the caregiver for both of her late husbands. Her first husband, acclaimed filmmaker Louis Malle, died in 1995 from complications related to lymphoma. Years later, Bergen faced another heartbreaking journey when her second husband, businessman Marshall Rose, passed away in 2025 after complications from Parkinson’s disease.
Through these experiences, Bergen says she learned that caregivers often forget to take care of themselves. She encourages others in similar situations to carve out small moments for their own well-being, whether that means meeting friends for lunch or simply stepping away to recharge.
Now in her late 70s, Bergen focuses more on maintaining her own health after surviving a stroke and a serious bike accident in recent years. She works with a personal trainer several times a week to stay active and maintain mobility.
Her story resonates with millions of families who quietly support loved ones through illness. Bergen’s message is simple but powerful: caregiving is an act of love—but caregivers deserve care too.
