United Kingdom, May 18 -- Russell Andrews has revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS.

In an emotional interview alongside his fiancee Erica Tazel, the 64-year-old actor, known for his roles in Better Call Saul and Straight Outta Compton, confirmed he was diagnosed with the fatal disease, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in autumn 2025.

Appearing on CNN's The Story Is with Elex Michaelson over the weekend, he said: "I am a person living with ALS."

The incurable disease destroys nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain, which causes slurred speech, muscle weakness and eventual paralysis.

Russell described his diagnosis as "humbling", but noted he has found a community through the ALS Network non-profit.

He said: "There's also somet...