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Metro
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Bruce Willis' wife tears up over his heartbreaking dementia battle in interview
Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, teared up as she recalled the moment they were informed of his dementia diagnosis. In 2023, the Die Hard actor was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) – an 'uncommon' form of the disease that causes the sufferer problems with behavior and language. The 70-year-old has since taken a back seat from the public eye to focus on his health, with his loved ones rallying around following the news. Ahead of her upcoming book about becoming a caregiver, Emma, 47, had an emotional sit-down interview with Diane Sawyer to discuss his condition and how their lives had changed. In the teaser for the ABC special, titled Emma & Bruce Willis: The Unexpected Journey, she told the host: 'I was so panicked, and I just remember hearing it, and just not hearing anything else. 'It was like I was free-falling.' When asked what love means to her, she said through tears: 'Love is beautiful. It's grand. It's unconditional. 'I'm so lucky to feel the love.' The full episode will air on August 26 on ABC, and will share unseen moments from Emma's relationship with Bruce. The pair got married in 2009 and share daughters Mabel and Evelyn together, while the Sixth Sense actor is also dad to daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah with ex-wife Demi Moore. He was previously diagnosed with aphasia in 2022 – at the time, his family announced that he would be ending his decades-long film career for the sake of his health. They posted a lengthy joint statement the following year, sharing the news of his FTD condition. Although there are currently no treatments, his loved ones have all used their platforms to raise as much awareness as possible for other sufferers. More Trending Emma has gone on to write a book about her experience with caregiving – the Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path is set to be released on September 9. '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 said while confirming the launch. '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. View More » 'This book is for all of us finding our way through the unknown with love, grit, and courage. You are not alone.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Rock legend 'just doesn't want to tour' with fans desperate for final performance MORE: Kim Kardashian breaks down in tears over Kanye West during explosive documentary trailer MORE: Fans slam iconic 80s rockers for calling Trump appointment 'great honour'
Hindustan Times
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bruce Willis health update: How is the Die Hard actor doing now?
Bruce Willis is battling frontotemporal dementia. The disease, which was first diagnosed in 2023, has left the Die Hard actor unable to speak, read, or walk, The Express reported. According to the outlet, Bruce Willis, 70, is experiencing motor difficulties and has 'become largely non-verbal.' Notably, Willis' family has not commented on the report. Bruce Willis, 70, is battling frontotemporal dementia. Also read: Bruce Willis family: All on his wife and kids amid worsening health battle Bruce Willis' health update The 70-year-old was first diagnosed with aphasia, a medical condition that impacts speech and language comprehension, in 2022. He stepped away from his career soon after. In early 2023, the veteran actor was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. Since then, Willis has largely been out of the public eye. His family has provided updates from time to time on his health. In April, they had reported that Willis was in a stable condition. The actor's daughter, Tallulah Willis, sometimes shares photos featuring the Hollywood star. Last month, she dropped a series of photos capturing some adorable family moments with Willis. 'Sunday funday at Grams ! Grateful,' the caption read. In one of the pictures, Willis can be seen hugging Tallulah. In another, he is standing with her fiancé, musician Justin Acee. Also read: Bruce Willis expresses 'gratitude' to LA fires first responders in rare outing amid dementia battle Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, is writing a book on her experiences after the actor's diagnosis. Titled Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path, the book will be released in September 2025. What is Bruce Willis diagnosed with? The actor is suffering from frontotemporal dementia, a degenerative brain disease. The condition affects areas of the brain that are responsible for personality, behavior and language. FTD often strikes individuals between the ages of 45 and 65. A statement issued by Bruce Willis' family in February 2023 stated that FTD is 'the most common form of dementia.' Diagnosis can take years, which means that FTD may be more prevalent than people know, the statement added. There are presently no treatments for the disease. FAQs: 1. What is Bruce Willis suffering from? He was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023. 2. Is frontotemporal dementia curable? No, there is no treatment available currently for the medical condition. 3. How is Bruce Willis doing now? According to reports, he can no longer walk or speak. His family has not issued any statement on the speculation surrounding his health.
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!"
