NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre is addressing the claim he has abandoned hope in his battle with Parkinson's disease. "Thank you everyone for your prayers and concerns, but contrary to reports, I have not given up hope in my battle with Parkinson's! Not sure where this came from - but just like I never gave up on the gridiron - not going to start now," Favre, 56, who revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2024, posted via X on Wednesday, January 7. "I pray there will be a cure one day and I appreciate you all," the former NFL star added.