Terry Crews’ Wife Opens Up About Parkinson’s Battle

Rebecca King Crews, Terry Crews’ wife, has been dealing with Parkinson’s disease for 16 years. On a recent episode of “Today’s Show,” she shared her journey and how a newly approved treatment is helping her manage her symptoms. Diagnosed in 2015, she spoke openly about living with the condition.

“I feel good,” she expressed. “For the first time in three years, I can write my name and dates with my right hand. My symptoms are showing improvement.”

King Crews first began experiencing signs of Parkinson’s in 2012. She recalled a moment when her trainer noticed some numbness in her leg. It was alarming. And then, one morning, she woke up with shaking hands. Remembering her grandmother’s tremors, she sought medical advice but initially faced skepticism from doctors who attributed her symptoms to anxiety.

After three years and several referrals, she finally received an accurate diagnosis. It was a tough situation for the family. Terry remarked that when he learned about the diagnosis, he already viewed Rebecca as a superhero, especially since she had previously fought and beaten cancer. Their marriage philosophy centers around supporting each other through thick and thin. “Where she’s weak, I’m strong, and vice versa,” he said.

In July 2025, Rebecca faced an especially challenging time, expressing feelings of despair. “I hadn’t slept for three days, and I really wanted to die,” she confessed. Fortunately, Terry had come across a groundbreaking treatment using sound waves, recently approved by the FDA for treating Parkinson’s. This non-invasive approach has shown promising results for her.

“It hurts to see her struggle,” Terry admitted. “Watching her exhaustion has been hard, but we’re in this together.” Currently, Rebecca is among about a million Americans living with Parkinson’s, and she’s one of less than 100 patients to undergo this innovative treatment.

For years, she kept her diagnosis private to avoid pity, but the new treatment has reignited her hope. “I’m not sharing my story just for sympathy. I believe this surgery represents a new chapter in medicine. They accessed my brain without any cutting. It’s non-invasive, and it has potential for treating other conditions, too,” she explained.

Rebecca remains optimistic about future advancements. “It’s still expensive, but I hope more people can access it. Although it’s not a cure yet, I believe one could be found.” Terry echoed her sentiments, saying it has been incredibly tough to witness her struggles over the years. The joy of seeing her write her name again filled him with hope. “She’s the rock of our lives, and all I want is for her to come through this,” he added.