Sports Illustrated: Heartfelt Tributes Pour in Following Death of Surf Icon Greg Browning

The surfing community lost a great one recently—Greg Browning, a well-loved surfer and filmmaker who positively impacted the lives of many. In 2023, Browning was diagnosed with the heart-wrenching amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), widely known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, which was named after the former New York Yankees player. Lou Gehrig passed away in 1941 from ALS.

As a nervous system disease, later stages result in the severe loss of muscle control and ability. Unfortunately, there is no known cure for the illness, though treatment plans and various therapies are put into place for individuals who have received the diagnosis.