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Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming shares a sweet tribute to her husband on Easter Sunday as she posts clip of him dressed as a bunny in 1994 film
Emma Heming 's Easter post this year was a sweet tribute to her husband Bruce Willis amid his ongoing battle with the brain disorder aphasia. The wife of the Hollywood actor, 46, shared a short clip of Bruce, 70, dressed as the Easter bunny in his 1994 film North, talking to the movie's titular character. In the film, Bruce played the role of a series of benevolent advisors to North, who wants to divorce his parents because he feels undervalued by them. In the scene shared to Instagram by Emma, Bruce is dressed in a fluffy bunny costume, he asks North who is he and the boy replies with his name. Bruce replies that he has 'seen his name on maps and that it was very impressive', when asked who he is, Bruce says: 'The Easter bunny, third floor, toys'. It is one of the actor's many beloved roles and Emma took the opportunity to shared a snippet of Bruce in the film to commemorate the holiday. It comes after she revealed the cover of her 'deeply personal' literary debut, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path. The podcaster teamed up with ghost author Michele Levy Bender to pen the guide about how to cope following a diagnosis with the brain disorder aphasia, which evolved into frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023. She told her Instagram followers: '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.' '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.' Emma continued: 'I know that no two caregiving journeys are the same, but we are connected by the same unchosen thread. 'It's not an easy path for you, your loved one or your family. But I'm here to let you know that you are not alone, and, in time, you will find your footing, and a way forward.' The Unexpected Journey happens to hit shelves on September 9 - ahead of World FTD Awareness Week (September 21–28). The description reads: 'All they were given was a pamphlet and told to check back in a few months. Emma unveiled the cover of her 'deeply personal' literary debut, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path 'With no hope or direction, Emma walked out of that doctor's appointment frozen with fear, confusion and a sense that her world had just fallen apart.' 'In fact, it had. Bruce and Emma had their story written, their future mapped out. Yet all those dreams crumbled with that diagnosis, and Emma felt alone and more isolated than ever. How would she care for her husband while parenting their young daughters?' Her Instagram post received supportive comments from Tracy Pollan, Jeff Ross, Giambattista Valli, and her stepdaughter Tallulah Willis who wrote: 'So so SO proud of you.' Bruce (born Walter) welcomed three adult daughters - Rumer, 36; Scout, 33; and Tallulah, 31 - during his 11-year marriage to Oscar nominee Demi Moore, which ended in 2000. On May 5, Willis and Emma will celebrate the 11th birthday of their daughter Evelyn, and they're also proud parents of 13-year-old daughter Mabel. Emma and Bruce began dating in 2008 and they celebrated their 16th wedding anniversary on March 27. On March 12, 2026 - the inseparable couple will be honored at the Hope Rising Benefit with the Susan Newhouse & Si Newhouse Award of Hope from The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) for bringing awareness to the incurable disease. Bruce - who's amassed over $9.4B worldwide for his films - retired after filming his final acting performance as Valmora in Jesse Atlas' 2023 body-hopping action thriller Assassin in 2021.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bruce Willis Fans React to Wife's Big Update
Bruce Willis fans are overjoyed to hear the latest news from his wife, Emma Heming Willis. On April 17, she shared an exciting update on Instagram. "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 post. "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. 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," she continued. Heming Willis has been the primary caregiver for her husband, who was diagnosed with aphasia in 2022. The following year, the Willis family shared the news that the Die Hard actor had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. According to the Mayo Clinic, frontotemporal dementia can affect a person's behavior, their speech, and their overall body movement. Willis, 70, is "not totally verbal" and has a variety of other symptoms caused by the disease. Fans reacted to the news in the comments section of the post. "I can't wait to read this! I am just starting my journey of caregiving for my husband with BvFTD. You're an inspiration," one person wrote. "Thank you for the sneak peek of the book. Thank you for writing this book. I'm sorry that you found yourself in the caregiver situation. I'm positive it will help many, many people. The journey I was on ended 3 years ago on 4/25/22. God bless you Bruce and your wonderful family," someone else said. "This book is so needed. Can't wait for it to hit the world, Emma," a third comment read. Heming Willis' new book will hit shelves on Sept. 9, 2025.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
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
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
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
