Fiona Phillips, the beloved former GMTV presenter, has shared a rare and deeply touching message with fans following the release of her memoir Remember When: My Life with Alzheimer’s. The book, which offers a raw and intimate look into her life after being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s in 2022, has moved readers across the country—and Fiona’s quiet message of gratitude has only deepened that connection.
Now 64, Fiona appeared in a short, sweet video filmed by her husband, Martin Frizell, 66. Sitting on a park bench on a warm London afternoon, enjoying an almond Magnum ice cream, Fiona looked peaceful and happy. With a radiant smile, she turned to the camera and simply said:
“Hello! Thank you for reading my book. Really good of you. Hope you like it. Okay, bye!”
The moment was gentle, but powerful—a quiet reminder of the beauty that can still be found in everyday life, even in the face of a devastating diagnosis.
Martin shared the clip on social media, revealing that Fiona had already forgotten she had written the book by the time they reached its final chapters. In the caption, he wrote:
“Out for a walk and an Almond Magnum on a hot London afternoon and some words of gratitude for all the kind folk thinking of delving into her book.”
The response was immediate and full of warmth. Thousands sent love and support. One fan wrote, “Oh it’s so lovely to see your beautiful wife,” while another added, “So nice to see Fiona looking so great.” Public figures like Good Morning Britain’s Susanna Reid and This Morning’s Alice Beer also praised the couple, with Alice noting that the book would likely bring hope and understanding to many going through similar struggles.
Fiona’s memoir was co-written with Martin and journalist Alison Phillips, and in it, she speaks openly about the fear, confusion, and emotional toll of Alzheimer’s. But more than anything, the book is a message of resilience and hope.
In her own words:
“I hope this book can show people a little about what it is like to live with Alzheimer’s. How frightening and confusing it is. But also how much life can still bring joy and be valued. And if you or someone you love is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, I hope this book brings you some comfort. I want you to know, you are not alone.”
Fiona’s courage, honesty, and grace are a reminder that even in the hardest of times, there is room for connection, purpose, and even laughter.