NFL legend Brett Favre thanks God, family after Parkinson's disease revelation

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Pro Football Hall of Famer Brett Favre thanked God and those who sent him well wishes Tuesday as he revealed his battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Favre posted on X hours after he was done testifying on Capitol Hill.

Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre appears before the House Committee on Ways and Means on Capitol Hill Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

"First, I want to thank God for all He has done in my life," Favre wrote on X. "Next, thanks to Congress for giving me the platform to discuss a much needed TANF reform.

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"As you know, I was recently diagnosed w/ Parkinson’s which has been an ordeal. My wife, family, and friends have been supportive and I want to thank them for being there for me. To my fans and those wishing well — thank you all for the love."

He was in front of a congressional committee to testify about a welfare spending scandal in Mississippi, which he’s been wrapped up in the last few years. The former NFL quarterback, who does not face criminal charges in the matter, has repaid more than $1 million in speaking fees funded by a welfare program in the state and was also an investor in a biotech company with ties to the case.

The 54-year-old told lawmakers he lost his investment in the company that he thought "was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I thought would help others."

"As I’m sure you’ll understand, while it’s too late for me — I’ve recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s — this is also a cause dear to my heart," Favre said.

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