Since being diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impairs communication, actor Bruce Willis has maintained a low profile. His family has been transparent about his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and continues to keep fans informed.
Rumer Willis, Bruce’s daughter, expressed the family’s gratitude on social media: “Our family wanted to start by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, support, and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce’s original diagnosis. In the spirit of that, we wanted to give you an update about our beloved husband, father, and friend since we now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing.”
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She continued, “Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed, and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD).”
As Bruce’s cognitive abilities continue to decline, his doctors are doing everything possible to make his life easier. Emma Heming, Willis’ wife, is collaborating with a dementia specialist to ensure the Die Hard star receives the best care. “My grief can be paralyzing, but I’m learning how to live alongside it. As my step-daughter [Scout Willis] told me, grief is the deepest and purest form of love. I hope you find some comfort in that too,” she shared in 2022.
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Recently, Emma discovered a new Instagram feature that highlights past photos and videos. She shared a memory of Willis praising her just a year ago, writing in the caption: “What’s this new Memory thingy on IG!? Omg, my biggest fan. I’m in love with him.”
In the video, Willis can be heard expressing his admiration for his wife’s skincare brand, Cocobaba.
Before the family revealed Willis’ diagnosis, his co-workers noticed he had difficulty remembering his lines. A crew member from Willis’ recent film, White Elephant, commented: “It was less of an annoyance and more like: ‘How do we not make Bruce look bad?’ Someone would give him a line, and he didn’t understand what it meant. He was just being puppeted.”
