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Phantasm Star Reggie Bannister Faces Health Crisis, Launches GoFundMe

2/27/2026

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Reggie Bannister, the star of the Phantasm franchise, is facing Lewy Body dementia and Parkinson's disease.
His wife, Gigi Bannister, has cared for him but cannot continue due to her own medical issues.
They launched a GoFundMe with a $50,000 goal to cover medical costs.
They may need more funds due to high facility costs and lack of Veterans Affairs assistance.
Bannister remains waitlisted for full-time care.

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Story summary

Reggie Bannister, the star of the Phantasm franchise, is facing Lewy Body dementia and Parkinson's disease.
His wife, Gigi Bannister, has cared for him but cannot continue due to her own medical issues.
They launched a GoFundMe with a $50,000 goal to cover medical costs.
They may need more funds due to high facility costs and lack of Veterans Affairs assistance.
Bannister remains waitlisted for full-time care.