CanadianRose wrote:
If somebody was an idiot for 70-80 years, don't expect great philosophy for the next few years of life they may have to live
Yes, very true for those who refuse to change for the better Valdo. 

For example, do you think that by abdicating his papal role, Ratzinger changed for better?
I cannot think of another example of old celebrities changing for better in their last years they have to live.