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INTERVIEW: Brandee Evans On 'Reasonable Doubt', Caregiver Appreciation Month + More

Nov 25, 2025
In this engaging conversation, actress Brandee Evans, known for her powerful roles in P-Valley and Reasonable Doubt, opens up about her life as a caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer's. She candidly discusses the emotional challenges of caregiving and the need for appreciation in this role. Brandee shares insights on balancing her acting career with caregiving duties, managing exhaustion, and the importance of support systems. Additionally, she reflects on the impact of her roles and personal experiences, emphasizing self-care and the value of authentic storytelling.
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ADVICE

Check In On Caregivers Regularly

  • Caregivers need emotional support and regular check-ins from others.
  • Ask caregivers how they are and offer concrete help, not just praise.
ANECDOTE

Friends Stepped In As A Caregiving Village

  • Friends formed a village and took turns caring for Brandee's mother when a caregiver walked out.
  • Chosen family stepped in to support her while she filmed season one of P-Valley.
ANECDOTE

Rescuing Her Mother From A Nursing Home

  • Brandee promised her mother she'd never put her in a nursing home and later rescued her from one.
  • She raised $14,000 in four days to get her mother out and then cared for her full-time.
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