Al Pacino's Close Encounter with Death Amidst COVID Battle

Al Pacino's battle with COVID-19 was nearly fatal in 2020. During a conversation with The New York Times, the 84-year-old actor detailed a harrowing moment when his pulse vanished, describing it as akin to "strange porridge." Feeling profoundly unwell, he collapsed and was tended to by six paramedics and two space-suit-clad doctors. Pacino's heart stopped briefly, leading him to contemplate a brush with death.

The celebrated actor, renowned for his role as Michael Corleone in "The Godfather," later mused about the influx of emergency responders. He admitted confusion over the experience of technically dying, despite feeling surprisingly calm afterward. Reflecting on the scare, he remarked, "I don't think I died. Everybody thought I was dead. How could I be dead? If I was dead, I fainted."

Father to a newborn son with producer girlfriend Noor Alfallah, Pacino finds solace through his children, considering them a reason to linger longer if possible. He is currently promoting his memoir "Sonny Boy," scheduled for release on October 15, detailing this unsettling chapter in his life. Despite the grave encounter, he maintains that it hasn't significantly altered his outlook on life. His newest movie, "Modi, Three Days On The Wing Of Madness," has premiered, sustaining his vibrant acting legacy. However, in a bewildering moment at an awards show, he forgot to announce the nominees before naming the best actor winner. Despite life's challenges, Pacino's legacy continues with influences reverberating in Hollywood.

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