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Sad truth behind Bruce Willis' final on-screen performances
Whether he's single-handedly taking down terrorists in the Die Hard franchise or evading mobsters in Pulp Fiction, Bruce Willis can be counted on to win any screen battle. Sure, he has sought to challenge his singlet-wearing, against-the-odds hero reputation with memorable performances in films such as Look Who's Talking, The Sixth Sense and Death Becomes Her, but Willis will always be best known as the guy who saves the day. That's perhaps why the cinematic strongman's diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia came as such a shock to his fans around the world when it was announced by his family in February 2023. After a career spanning 40 years – first making his mark in the TV series Moonlighting in the 1980s – the veteran actor was forced to retreat from the spotlight in March 2022 due to his deteriorating health. This difficult and private battle will be detailed in his wife Emma Heming Willis's upcoming memoir The Unexpected Journey, due to be released in September. Before making his condition public, Willis had found ways to soldier on with his acting, having directors scale down his dialogue and getting a trusted friend to feed him his lines through an earpiece on films such as Assassin and the Detective Knight series. Willis's deterioration wasn't immediately obvious to anyone on-screen or off. Burdened with a crippling stutter as a child, Willis always had a slow speech pattern – so his inner circle wasn't overly concerned when he began stumbling over his words a little more than usual. Far from seeing the stutter as a hindrance when embarking on his career, Willis explained to TV host Michael Parkinson that his speech impediment had put him on the path to stardom. 'It's how I got my sense of humour, because I realised, yeah I stutter, but I could make people laugh by doing stupid stuff,' he shared on Parkinson's TV show. 'I also learned that when I got on stage, I magically stopped stuttering. You can still hear a little bit of it in my voice. You'll still hear that little pause in my voice while I catch myself and think about what I want to say next.' Now, it's Heming Willis who will get the last word on his behalf, explaining that she's written about her 70-year-old husband's decline to help others headed on the same journey. 'I really wrote the book that I wish someone had handed me the day we got our diagnosis with no hope, no direction … not much,' Heming Willis shared on Instagram, choking back tears. 'Today life looks different for me and our family because I was able to put support into place.' After the death of 95-year-old screen legend Gene Hackman and his wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, in February this year, Heming Willis urged her social media followers to see the tragedy as 'a teaching moment' about the toll of caring for people with dementia. Like Heming Willis, who turns 47 this month, 65-year-old Arakawa had been caring for her much older Hollywood star husband as he was ravaged by Alzheimer's disease. The double Oscar-winner died after Arakawa suddenly passed away, leaving Hackman alone in their home and unable to fend for himself. 'Caregivers need care too,' Heming Willis said in her post. 'They are vital. And it's so important that we show up for them so that they can continue to show up for their person.' Willis certainly has a village of support around him, including his ex-wife Demi Moore and their three adult daughters, Rumer, 36, Scout, 33, and Tallulah, 31. Oscar-nominee Moore has remained close to her ex since they finalised their divorce 25 years ago, even bunkering down with him and their daughters during the pandemic. The women are also regular fixtures at important milestones for Heming Willis's two daughters with Willis, Mabel, 13, and Evelyn, 11. In an interview with CNN, Moore admitted that watching her ex's decline has been difficult for all of them. 'But there is also great beauty and gifts that can come out of it,' she added. 'It's so important for anyone dealing with it to meet them where they are at.' Celebrate Willis's remarkable career by watching these three films now streaming on Tubi. The Player: Having joked that he was 'tired of running down the street with a gun in my hand' on Parkinson, Willis poked fun at his action-man persona with a cameo as himself in this black comedy about Hollywood directed by Robert Altman. Hostage: Willis teams up with his then teenage daughter Rumer in this film about a traumatised police hostage negotiator, who is forced back into action when his own family is kidnapped. Midnight In The Switchgrass: Based on the true story of Texas's most dangerous serial killer, Willis and Megan Fox play FBI agents determined to hunt him down.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
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Bruce Willis Fans Are 'So Excited' by His Wife's 'Amazing' Update
fans are "so excited" after his wife, Emma Heming Willis, announced her first book: The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path. Set to be released later this year, it's "filled with support, insight, and the hope needed to navigate" the journey of caregiving for a loved one—something she wished she had when the Die Hard star first received his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia. "I'm honored to share the cover of my first book," she wrote on Instagram on Thursday, April 17, alongside a mockup of the novel, which features a sweet black-and-white photo of her and the actor. "Born from grief, shaped by love, and guided by purpose, this is the book I needed back when Bruce was first diagnosed and I was frozen with fear and uncertainty," she explained, emphasizing its use for "the next caregiver" out there. "This book is for all of us finding our way through the unknown with love, grit, and courage. You are not alone. 💙," she concluded. Those who have been following along with the Willis' journey were thrilled by the news, with many expressing similar sentiments of, "I cant wait to read this ❤️." "Wonderful. ❤️," someone else replied, as another called the news, "Awesomeness." "You have my utmost respect. Amazing," another wrote, with someone else agreeing, "So proud of you and all your hardwork!" "Congratulations! You will help so, so many of us," another follower wrote confidently. "Thank you ❤️." "I can't wait to read your book. As an early on-set FTD Dementia caregiver for my hubby, I need this," one agreed. "Thank you so much. ❤️." "I am so excited for this book, Emma!" another gushed. "I have been following your and Bruce's journey since you began posting about it. Congrats!"
Yahoo
20-04-2025
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Emma Heming Willis Reveals the Cover for Emotional New Book on Caregiving
Emma Heming Willis has released the cover to her upcoming book. On Thursday, April 17, the writer, 46, shared a first look at her new book Related: Emma Heming Willis Asks Bruce Willis' Fans to 'Flood Him with All the Love' as Her Husband Turns 70 The author married Bruce Willis in 2009 and wrote her forthcoming guide to caregiving to share what she's learned following her husband's February 2023 frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. 'I'm honored to share the cover of my first book, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path,' Heming Willis captioned a joint Instagram carousel. 'Born from grief, shaped by love and guided by purpose, this is the book I needed back when Bruce was first diagnosed and I was frozen with fear and uncertainty,' the mother of two wrote in her post. Heming Willis and the now-retired actor are parents to daughters Mabel Ray Willis, 13, and Evelyn Penn Willis, 10. He also has three older daughters from a previous relationship. Related: Following Bruce Willis's Dementia Diagnosis, Emma Heming Willis to Publish New Book About Caregiving 'This is the book I trust will help the next caregiver. It is filled with support, insight and the hope needed to navigate this journey,' her caption continued. The British model added, 'This book is for all of us finding our way through the unknown with love, grit and courage. You are not alone. 💙.' In a statement shared by The Open Field, Hemig Willis said, 'For me knowledge is power, and building a supportive community around me has been vital. It has brought stability and a certain amount of control back, control that was completely shattered when the diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia first came into our family's world.' Reflecting on her 'unexpected journey,' she added 'Dementia not only affects your loved one but can shake a whole family's foundation, and self, if you allow it. Identifying the right resources to educate and enlighten myself has been powerful and has allowed me the space to continue to move forward in the most positive way so that I can be the best mother, wife, daughter, friend and care partner. I want to be able to share that with the next person who finds themselves here." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Prior to his frontotemporal dementia, also known as FTD, Willis was first diagnosed with aphasia, a language disorder, which led to him reveal he was 'stepping away' from acting in March 2022. In February 2023, Willis' family confirmed that the disease had progressed. The Unexpected Journey comes out on Sept. 9 and is now available for preorder wherever books are sold. Sign-up for a free one-month free trial of Audible Premium Plus. Now through 4/30 receive an Audible Premium Plus membership for just $0.99/month for the first three months. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
07-04-2025
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Bruce Willis is a dad of 5: What to know about his family
Bruce Willis is a dad of five daughters who are now supporting him as he battles dementia. Bruce Willis shares daughters Scout Willis, Rumer Willis and Tallulah Belle Willis with ex-wife Demi Moore, to whom he was married from 1987 to 2000. The "Die Hard" actor is also father to two more daughters, Mabel Ray Willis and Evelyn Penn Willis, whom he shares with wife Emma Heming Willis. On Mabel's 13th birthday on April 1, Emma Heming Willis shared photos and videos of the teenager with Bruce Willis on Instagram, writing in part, "She moves through life with kindness and heart, and we love her more than words can hold." The entire blended family celebrated Bruce Willis's 70th birthday on March 19, sharing tributes on social media. "It's Bruce's birthday, and if there's one thing I know, it's that there's no greater fan than a Bruce fan," Emma Heming Willis captioned a photo of her husband on Instagram. "So flood him with all the love today — he will feel it, I swear he will. You are one powerful bunch. I love how you rally for him, and I'm so grateful that he has you ✨." "happy 70th to my favorite friend! you are a light that can never be dimmed! I love you so proud to be your baby," Tallulah Willis wrote in the first of two birthday tributes to her dad on Instagram. Scout Willis shared a series of photos and videos of her dad on Instagram with the caption, "Happy birthday to the Greatest of all time. 🐐Every day I thank the Gods that 50% of my DNA is from him. The music I make, the magic I create, and the magnetic mischief I incite, that's my father's legacy alive in the world." "To the King…I love you Daddio," Rumer Willis captioned a video of her mom, Moore, dancing with Bruce Willis. "Happy 70th Birthday papa." Moore, who shared Rumer Willis's birthday tribute on Instagram, has spoken about how she and Emma Heming Willis and Bruce Willis have created one of Hollywood's most beloved blended families. "We will always be a family, just in a different form," Moore told Variety of their dynamic. "For me, there was never a question. I show up because that's what you do for the people you love." The 2025 Oscar nominee added, "I hope it's encouraging for others to see that there's a different way to do things. There is life after divorce. There is a way to co-parent with love." Emma Heming Willis celebrated her 17th wedding anniversary with Bruce Willis on Dec. 30, with a message on Instagram about their "unconditional love." "I feel blessed to know it, and it's because of him," she wrote, in part. "I'd do it all over again and again in a heartbeat 💞" Just a few weeks later, on Jan. 16, she shared a video on Instagram of her husband shaking hands with a police officer in Los Angeles, writing, "Spotting a first responder, Bruce never missed a chance to show his gratitude with a heartfelt handshake and a 'thank you for your service.' Yesterday was no different ❤️🤍💙" In 2023, Bruce Willis became a grandfather with the birth of Rumer Willis's daughter, Louetta, whom she has described as a mini-version of her dad. "She literally has that little sparkle, that certain thing that you can't [see anywhere else],' Rumer Willis told People of her daughter's similarities to Bruce Willis. 'It's like this charm and charisma and mischief that just is who my dad is. And I love that she has that.' Bruce Willis, described by his loved ones as their "favorite girl dad," has said that his family is the "most significant part" of his life. "I've learned that my life revolves around my family and friends," he said in a 2013 interview. "When I'm not working, my days are devoted to the women in my life. I don't need anything more than that." He also shared the lessons he's learned from his daughters, saying, "Over the years I learned from my daughters how it was more important to listen than to speak. I've discovered through experience that I should hold back sometimes and be more reflective and save myself a lot of aggravation. You learn more by listening and observing." The actor's family revealed in 2022 that he had been diagnosed with aphasia, a condition where the brain's ability to understand or express language is impaired, according to the National Institutes of Health. The following year, Bruce Willis's family shared he had also been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a type of dementia that impacts one's personality and may cause behavioral changes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Emma Willis told Town & Country Magazine in October that she has "never tried to sugarcoat" anything about her husband's diagnosis with their daughters. "What I learned from our therapist was that if children ask questions, they're ready to know the answer," she said. "If we could see that Bruce was struggling, I would address it with the kids so they could understand, but this disease is chronic, progressive, and terminal. There is no cure. Obviously, I don't like to speak about the terminal side of this with them, nor have they asked. They know that Daddy's not going to get better." Get to know Bruce Willis' five kids below. Born Aug. 16, 1988, in Paducah, Kentucky, Rumer Glenn Willis is Bruce Willis' and Moore's first child together. Rumer Willis followed in her parents' footsteps into acting and made her onscreen debut as a child actress in her mom's 1995 film "Now and Then," in which she was credited under the name Willa Glen. She has since appeared in numerous films and TV shows including "Striptease," "The Whole Nine Yards," "Hostage," "The House Bunny," "Empire," "Pretty Little Liars" and "9-1-1," among many others. MORE: Emma Heming Willis slams claim Bruce Willis has 'no more joy' amid dementia battle She has also taken part in reality competition shows such as "Dancing with the Stars," in which she and her dance partner Valentin Chmerkovskiy were crowned champions of season 20. Rumer Willis shares one child, a daughter named Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, with her boyfriend, musician Derek Richard Thomas. On her dad's birthday on March 19, Rumer Willis wrote on Instagram that to be loved by her dad is "such a gift," adding, "You are the funniest, most tender, charming, out of this world silly, talented and magical papa." When Rumer Willis turned 36 on Aug. 16, 2024, her stepmom Emma Heming Willis shared birthday wishes for her on Instagram, writing in a story, "We adore you," above a photo of her daughters posing with their eldest stepsister. The second child of Bruce Willis and Moore, Scout Willis was born July 20, 1991, in Sun Valley, Idaho. She also appeared in her mom's films as a child actress in "The Scarlet Letter" and "Breakfast of Champions." Scout Willis later pursued her passion in music. In 2021, she released her debut single, "Love Without Possession," and the following year, released another song, "Woman At Best." She released a full-length album in June 2022. A graduate of Brown University, she also took part in a 2015 art exhibition in London and displayed her self-portraits. Tallulah Belle Willis was born Feb. 3, 1994, in Los Angeles. She spent much of her younger years on her family's ranch in Idaho, and according to an interview she gave to Teen Vogue in 2015, she was mostly sheltered from her family's Hollywood life until she was in third grade, when they moved back to California. She later built a career in fashion after launching her own clothing brand, Wyllis. Tallulah Willis stepped out in April to celebrate her dad's acting career. Wearing a baseball cap with the word "Bruce" on it, she attended the 30th anniversary celebration of "Pulp Fiction" in Hollywood alongside her stepmom. In May 2023, Tallulah Willis opened up about her dad's declining health in a first-person piece for Vogue, writing, "I've known that something was wrong for a long time." "It started out with a kind of vague unresponsiveness, which the family chalked up to Hollywood hearing loss: 'Speak up! Die Hard messed with Dad's ears,'" she wrote at the time, adding that "later, that unresponsiveness broadened." She also opened up about how she's learned to treasure her memories with her father, writing, "Every time I go to my dad's house, I take tons of photos -- of whatever I see, the state of things. I'm like an archaeologist, searching for treasure in stuff that I never used to pay much attention to. I have every voicemail from him saved on a hard drive. I find that I'm trying to document, to build a record for the day when he isn't there to remind me of him and of us." Tallulah Willis revealed in 2024 that she was diagnosed with autism as an adult. In the comments section of a video she shared on Instagram of herself as a child with her dad, she said she had been diagnosed with autism within the past year. "Actually this is the first time I've ever publicly shared my diagnosis," she wrote. "Found out this summer and it's changed my life." In addition to her autism diagnosis, Tallulah Willis has previously shared publicly that she was diagnosed with ADHD as a teenager and, in 2022, was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, a "mental illness that severely impacts a person's ability to manage their emotions," according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Bruce Willis and Heming Willis welcomed their first child together, Mabel Ray Willis, on April 1, 2012. Born in Los Angeles, Mabel spent her first few years of life living in Bedford Hills, New York. In a 2017 interview with Elle Decor, Heming Willis explained the reason behind her decision to raise her kids outside of New York City, and not in Los Angeles. MORE: Emma Heming Willis, daughters take photos with Bruce Willis' wax figure, Walk of Fame star "We love the East Coast. We knew New York was where we would end up and ultimately want to raise our kids, but we also have a love/hate relationship with the city. It's busy, and the spaces can be small," she said. "We wanted our kids to be able to have more room and a yard to run in. I also wanted to keep the kids as sheltered as we could from the paparazzi, and that scene is still very prevalent in L.A.; it's not bad in New York, and it's zero up where we live, so that played a big part in our decision-making too." Mabel features prominently on her mom's Instagram account, and is frequently photographed outdoors, enjoying nature and her family. On Mabel's 13th birthday on April 1, Emma Heming Willis shared a tribute to her on Instagram, writing, "In the blink of an eye, she's thirteen -our bright, beautiful Mabel Ray. I'm grateful for the joy and color she brings to our world. She moves through life with kindness and heart, and we love her more than words can hold. Happy Birthday to our sweet girl!" Evelyn Penn Willis is Bruce Willis' fifth child and his second with wife Heming Willis. She was born May 5, 2014. In 2023, Heming Willis shared on Instagram a heartwarming story about Evelyn "looking up fun facts" about dementia for her father. Heming Willis explained in a video that Evelyn had asked her around that time, "Did you know that people with dementia can become severely dehydrated?" "[Evelyn] said, 'I was at school the other day and I had some free time, and I was looking up fun facts about dementia,'" Heming Willis said at the time. She added that the moment was "not funny, but it's kinda funny," because Evelyn shares her father's curiosity. "She really is her father's child, because these two love some, just, random facts," she added. Bruce Willis is a dad of 5: What to know about his family originally appeared on
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Health
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Make Time Wellness Announces Launch of Award-Winning Products at The Vitamin Shoppe
New Wellness Solutions Available Starting April 2025, Empowering Women to Prioritize Their Brain Health LOS ANGELES, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Make Time Wellness, the rapidly growing wellness brand focused on women's brain health, is excited to announce its official launch at The Vitamin Shoppe. Beginning this month, Make Time Wellness products are now available at approximately 475 retail locations of The Vitamin Shoppe and Super Supplements, as well as making it easier for women across the U.S. to prioritize their brain health, beauty, and overall wellness. The launch at The Vitamin Shoppe marks a significant milestone for the brand, which has gained widespread recognition for its innovative approach to women's wellness. Make Time Wellness' unique product offerings, including the Make Time for Brain Health & Beauty Gummies, Make Time for Beauty Sleep Gummies, and the reformulated Make Time for Brain, Body & Beauty Vitamin Powder, are designed to support women in their daily health and beauty routines. Helen Christoni, co-founder of Make Time Wellness, shared her thoughts on the brand's new partnership. "We are beyond excited to launch Make Time Wellness at The Vitamin Shoppe. This partnership gives us the opportunity to expand our reach and offer more women across the country the tools they need to take control of their brain health and to make time for their overall well-being." As part of the launch, Make Time Wellness is introducing three of its innovative products to The Vitamin Shoppe customers. These include: Make Time for Brain Health & Beauty Gummies ($39.99) – A sugar-free gummy formulated with Cognizin® Citicoline, biotin, MCT oil, and Curcumin to support brain function, focus, and beauty from within. Make Time for Beauty Sleep Gummies ($29.99) – A sugar-free gummy with melatonin, biotin, elderberry, lavender, and chamomile extract to promote restful sleep and rejuvenation of the skin. Make Time for Brain, Body & Beauty Vitamin Powder ($49.99) – The award-winning hero product, recently reformulated with Cognizin® Citicoline and organic green tea to support cognitive function, focus, and vitality while maintaining its signature orange flavor. Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness, reflected on the significance of the collaboration. "Partnering with The Vitamin Shoppe is a big step for us in bringing our products to a wider audience. We're also proud to give back by donating 5% of every sale to Hilarity for Charity, which supports families and caregivers impacted by Alzheimer's disease. This partnership allows us to make a meaningful impact, not only through our products but also by supporting a cause that's very close to our hearts." "As the premier specialty retailer for lifelong wellness solutions, The Vitamin Shoppe is proud to introduce Make Time Wellness to our customers. We admire the brand's science-driven approach to brain health and holistic well-being, as well as the passion and leadership Emma, Helen, and their team bring to advancing essential conversations around women's health," shared Muriel Gonzalez, President of The Vitamin Shoppe. With this launch, Make Time Wellness is excited to offer more women the opportunity to discover its science-backed products and take the first step in their wellness journey. About Make Time Wellness Make Time Wellness was created to help women prioritize their brain, body, and beauty—and, in doing so, make more time for themselves. Co-founders Emma Heming Willis and Helen Christoni were inspired by the lack of products focused on women's brain health, and together, they built a movement to raise awareness, educate, and offer high-quality, science-backed wellness products. For more information, visit or follow @maketimewellness on Instagram. About The Vitamin Shoppe Lifelong Wellness Starts Here™. The Vitamin Shoppe®, a subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc., is a global, omnichannel specialty retailer and wellness lifestyle Company with the mission of providing customers with the most trusted products, guidance, and services to support them on their journeys of lifelong wellness. Based in Secaucus, New Jersey, the Company offers a comprehensive assortment of nutritional solutions, including vitamins, minerals, sports nutrition, specialty supplements, herbs, homeopathic remedies, and green living products. In addition to carrying products from approximately 700 national brands, The Vitamin Shoppe offers products from its proprietary brands within its owned and wholesale channels, including: The Vitamin Shoppe®, Vthrive The Vitamin Shoppe®, BodyTech®, BodyTech® Elite, plnt®, ProBioCare®, and True Athlete®. In the U.S., the Company conducts business through over 675 company-operated retail stores under The Vitamin Shoppe and Super Supplements™ banners and via its website, Globally, The Vitamin Shoppe serves customers in select Asia, South America, and Central America markets through local omnichannel partners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Make Time Wellness Sign in to access your portfolio
