21 days ago
Bruce Willis' beloved blended family is cautiously optimistic that some of the new treatments for dementia may help his situation, a source tells Examiner.
"They're all looking into everything and they are open-minded even about risky drugs and surgeries that are still in the clinical trials phase," reveals the source. "Anything Bruce might be remotely eligible for, they're inquiring about."
Wife Emma Heming Willis has become a fierce advocate for frontotemporal dementia awareness after Bruce, 71, received his devastating diagnosis in 2023, even launching the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver support in March.
The Die Hard star shares daughters Mabel, 14, and Evelyn, 12, with the former model, 50, and daughters Rumer, 38, Scout, 35, and Tallulah, 32, with ex-wife Demi Moore.
"They're all still Bruce's biggest advocates and cheerleaders," says the source. "And they point to the idea that the Bruce they have always known is still in there somewhere, because they can see it in his eyes."
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"They're all looking into everything and they are open-minded even about risky drugs and surgeries that are still in the clinical trials phase," reveals the source. "Anything Bruce might be remotely eligible for, they're inquiring about."
Wife Emma Heming Willis has become a fierce advocate for frontotemporal dementia awareness after Bruce, 71, received his devastating diagnosis in 2023, even launching the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver support in March.
The Die Hard star shares daughters Mabel, 14, and Evelyn, 12, with the former model, 50, and daughters Rumer, 38, Scout, 35, and Tallulah, 32, with ex-wife Demi Moore.
"They're all still Bruce's biggest advocates and cheerleaders," says the source. "And they point to the idea that the Bruce they have always known is still in there somewhere, because they can see it in his eyes."
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22 days ago
Emma Heming Willis shared an emotional note in support of her husband, Bruce Willis, to honor World FTD Awareness Week.
Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, also called FTD, in 2023. He was initially diagnosed with aphasia, a neurological condition that affects communication, in 2022.
Buzz: Bruce Willis' Wife Shares Update On His Health: 'I'm Happy He Doesn't Know'
"I can't go through World FTD Awareness Week without talking about Bruce. He is the driving force behind my advocacy," Heming Willis said in a post shared on Instagram last week.
"He has opened so many doors for me in this work, and I will continue to walk through them. I will not let his diagnosis be in vain," she said.
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Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, also called FTD, in 2023. He was initially diagnosed with aphasia, a neurological condition that affects communication, in 2022.
Buzz: Bruce Willis' Wife Shares Update On His Health: 'I'm Happy He Doesn't Know'
"I can't go through World FTD Awareness Week without talking about Bruce. He is the driving force behind my advocacy," Heming Willis said in a post shared on Instagram last week.
"He has opened so many doors for me in this work, and I will continue to walk through them. I will not let his diagnosis be in vain," she said.
#heming #shared #diagnosed
24 days ago
Emma Heming Willis is making Bruce Willis the center of her message during World FTD Awareness Week, using a new tribute to explain why his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis continues to drive the advocacy work she has built around families facing the disease.
Emma shared a new photograph of the 71-year-old actor alongside a message describing him as the reason she continues pushing for greater awareness, research and support. "He is the driving force behind my advocacy," she wrote, according to PEOPLE.
She also made clear that she sees the platform created by Bruce's diagnosis as something she intends to keep using. Emma wrote that she would not let his diagnosis "be in vain" and said the doors his story has opened allow her to help people living with FTD and other dementias, as well as the people caring for them.
In March, Emma launched the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver Support, turning several years of public advocacy into a grant-making effort focused on awareness, research and practical help for caregivers.
Emma's World FTD Awareness Week post featured Bruce sitting outdoors in a bucket hat and dark sunglasses. She described how his influence is continuing through the advocacy work that grew out of their family's experience.
#willis #advocacy
Emma shared a new photograph of the 71-year-old actor alongside a message describing him as the reason she continues pushing for greater awareness, research and support. "He is the driving force behind my advocacy," she wrote, according to PEOPLE.
She also made clear that she sees the platform created by Bruce's diagnosis as something she intends to keep using. Emma wrote that she would not let his diagnosis "be in vain" and said the doors his story has opened allow her to help people living with FTD and other dementias, as well as the people caring for them.
In March, Emma launched the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver Support, turning several years of public advocacy into a grant-making effort focused on awareness, research and practical help for caregivers.
Emma's World FTD Awareness Week post featured Bruce sitting outdoors in a bucket hat and dark sunglasses. She described how his influence is continuing through the advocacy work that grew out of their family's experience.
#willis #advocacy
25 days ago
Bruce Willis has reportedly settled into a routine amid his struggle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a degenerative brain disease that damages the frontal and temporal lobes.
The actor retired in spring 2022 following an initial aphasia diagnosis, a disorder that affects how you communicate, which was later revealed to be FTD after they received a more specific diagnosis in 2023.
Now, sources close to Bruce Willis claim that he knows he is deeply loved and cared for, but his ability to communicate remains limited three years after his diagnosis was first shared publicly.
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According to sources close to the family, Willis has maintained a daily routine that focuses on keeping him active and in regular contact with his relatives.
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The actor retired in spring 2022 following an initial aphasia diagnosis, a disorder that affects how you communicate, which was later revealed to be FTD after they received a more specific diagnosis in 2023.
Now, sources close to Bruce Willis claim that he knows he is deeply loved and cared for, but his ability to communicate remains limited three years after his diagnosis was first shared publicly.
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According to sources close to the family, Willis has maintained a daily routine that focuses on keeping him active and in regular contact with his relatives.
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25 days ago
Emma Heming Willis says she "will not let" husband Bruce Willis' FTD diagnosis "be in vain"
The model and entrepreneur continues to advocate for families affected by frontotemporal dementia
In March, Emma launched the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund to support FTD research and caregivers
Emma Heming Willis is turning a difficult chapter in her family's life into a reason to keep speaking out.
As World FTD Awareness Week continues, the model and entrepreneur, 50, shared a heartfelt message about her husband, Bruce Willis, 71, and the impact his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis has had on her advocacy work.
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The model and entrepreneur continues to advocate for families affected by frontotemporal dementia
In March, Emma launched the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund to support FTD research and caregivers
Emma Heming Willis is turning a difficult chapter in her family's life into a reason to keep speaking out.
As World FTD Awareness Week continues, the model and entrepreneur, 50, shared a heartfelt message about her husband, Bruce Willis, 71, and the impact his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis has had on her advocacy work.
#entrepreneur
26 days ago
Bruce Willis loves spending quality time with his five daughters.
The Die Hard star became a dad for the first time in 1988 when he welcomed oldest daughter Rumer Glenn Willis with his then-wife Demi Moore. They welcomed Scout LaRue Willis, born in 1991, and Tallulah Belle Willis, born in 1994, before their split in 1998.
After Bruce married Emma Heming Willis in 2009, the couple welcomed daughters Mabel Ray Willis, born in 2012, and Evelyn Penn Willis, born in 2014.
Bruce and his blended family have celebrated holidays together and publicly supported each other at milestone events over the years. In 2022, Bruce's family announced he was retiring from acting due to his aphasia diagnosis — which has since progressed to frontotemporal dementia — but has continued to share glimpses into their precious moments together.
Ahead, see the 13 sweetest photos of Bruce Willis with his five daughters.
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The Die Hard star became a dad for the first time in 1988 when he welcomed oldest daughter Rumer Glenn Willis with his then-wife Demi Moore. They welcomed Scout LaRue Willis, born in 1991, and Tallulah Belle Willis, born in 1994, before their split in 1998.
After Bruce married Emma Heming Willis in 2009, the couple welcomed daughters Mabel Ray Willis, born in 2012, and Evelyn Penn Willis, born in 2014.
Bruce and his blended family have celebrated holidays together and publicly supported each other at milestone events over the years. In 2022, Bruce's family announced he was retiring from acting due to his aphasia diagnosis — which has since progressed to frontotemporal dementia — but has continued to share glimpses into their precious moments together.
Ahead, see the 13 sweetest photos of Bruce Willis with his five daughters.
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2 months ago
In her most candid interview yet, Emma Heming Willis opens her heart to talk as never before about the reality of living with someone who has frontotemporal dementia (FTD), the condition affecting her husband, the actor Bruce Willis.
Emma recounts how she managed to transform the brutal shock of a diagnosis that made her feel as though her world was crumbling around her into an inspiring life mission, writing her book, The Unexpected Journey, to help caregivers of loved ones with dementia
It is a unique account where pain coexists with daily laughter, sustained by the unbreakable bond of the couple's blended family. Alongside their children, Mabel, 14, and Evelyn, 12, Bruce's eldest daughters – Rumer, 38, Scout, 35, and Tallulah, 32 – and his former wife, Demi Moore, have all pulled together, guided by a firm resolve to cherish every moment of happiness and celebrate the present amid what experts call "the long goodbye".
Emma Heming Willis, the wife of Bruce Willis, shares how she stays resilient in the face of the Hollywood icon's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis (@ Craig Salmon)
Emma, you've mentioned that writing this book was a painful but necessary process. Was there any particular chapter or memory that was difficult to put into words?
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Emma recounts how she managed to transform the brutal shock of a diagnosis that made her feel as though her world was crumbling around her into an inspiring life mission, writing her book, The Unexpected Journey, to help caregivers of loved ones with dementia
It is a unique account where pain coexists with daily laughter, sustained by the unbreakable bond of the couple's blended family. Alongside their children, Mabel, 14, and Evelyn, 12, Bruce's eldest daughters – Rumer, 38, Scout, 35, and Tallulah, 32 – and his former wife, Demi Moore, have all pulled together, guided by a firm resolve to cherish every moment of happiness and celebrate the present amid what experts call "the long goodbye".
Emma Heming Willis, the wife of Bruce Willis, shares how she stays resilient in the face of the Hollywood icon's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis (@ Craig Salmon)
Emma, you've mentioned that writing this book was a painful but necessary process. Was there any particular chapter or memory that was difficult to put into words?
#frontotemporal #diagnosis #writing
2 months ago
Rumer Willis is opening up about how her dad Bruce Willis' dementia diagnosis has impacted her life.
The actress, 38, revealed that she is partnering with Function – a health membership that offers more than 160 advanced lab tests, imaging and specialized **** sments – as her father's diagnosis has led her to take a closer look at her own health.
"I really miss my dad. I miss a different version of who he was," Rumer Willis said in an Instagram video posted Monday, Aug. 24. "There are some days that are just so hard. I try to prioritize being present with where he's at now. The truth is, to be strong is learning to deal with both things at the same time."
In February 2023, Bruce Willis' family revealed that his earlier aphasia diagnosis progressed to frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, which impacts the parts of the brain generally **** ociated with personality, behavior and language, according to Mayo Clinic. The "Die Hard" star, 71, had stepped away from acting the year prior due to health issues.
Rumer Willis, the eldest daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, said that "because of my family history," she decided to undergo genetic testing for APOE, a gene **** ociated with Alzheimer's risk, noting that it is "obviously kind of important."
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The actress, 38, revealed that she is partnering with Function – a health membership that offers more than 160 advanced lab tests, imaging and specialized **** sments – as her father's diagnosis has led her to take a closer look at her own health.
"I really miss my dad. I miss a different version of who he was," Rumer Willis said in an Instagram video posted Monday, Aug. 24. "There are some days that are just so hard. I try to prioritize being present with where he's at now. The truth is, to be strong is learning to deal with both things at the same time."
In February 2023, Bruce Willis' family revealed that his earlier aphasia diagnosis progressed to frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, which impacts the parts of the brain generally **** ociated with personality, behavior and language, according to Mayo Clinic. The "Die Hard" star, 71, had stepped away from acting the year prior due to health issues.
Rumer Willis, the eldest daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, said that "because of my family history," she decided to undergo genetic testing for APOE, a gene **** ociated with Alzheimer's risk, noting that it is "obviously kind of important."
#willis #rumer #diagnosis #hard
2 months ago
Williams' latest plea highlights a years-long fight for independence after she was placed in a guardianship in 2022.
Wendy Williams is publicly renewing her call for freedom from the court-ordered guardianship that has controlled aspects of her life since 2022.
During a rare New York City appearance, the former talk-show host told a paparazzo, "I want out!" as questions surrounding her health, independence and legal status continue.
Williams' brief public statement comes after years of controversy surrounding her guardianship and medical care. She has repeatedly objected to the arrangement, previously saying she wanted control of the money she earned throughout her career. According to Page Six, the guardianship began in 2022 after Wells Fargo raised concerns about Williams' ability to manage her affairs. Attorney Sabrina Morrissey was subsequently appointed as her legal guardian.
Williams' health has remained central to the dispute. In 2024, her representatives disclosed diagnoses of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia following medical testing. However, additional testing in 2025 reportedly led doctors to question or walk back the dementia diagnosis, adding another layer of uncertainty to her legal battle. The guardianship was also the focus of a four-part documentary for Lifetime, for which Morrissey sued after her attempts to block its release failed. Both she and A&E settled, although Williams was paid a "paltry" $82,000 for her appearance.
#williams #guardianship #Legal #morrissey
Wendy Williams is publicly renewing her call for freedom from the court-ordered guardianship that has controlled aspects of her life since 2022.
During a rare New York City appearance, the former talk-show host told a paparazzo, "I want out!" as questions surrounding her health, independence and legal status continue.
Williams' brief public statement comes after years of controversy surrounding her guardianship and medical care. She has repeatedly objected to the arrangement, previously saying she wanted control of the money she earned throughout her career. According to Page Six, the guardianship began in 2022 after Wells Fargo raised concerns about Williams' ability to manage her affairs. Attorney Sabrina Morrissey was subsequently appointed as her legal guardian.
Williams' health has remained central to the dispute. In 2024, her representatives disclosed diagnoses of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia following medical testing. However, additional testing in 2025 reportedly led doctors to question or walk back the dementia diagnosis, adding another layer of uncertainty to her legal battle. The guardianship was also the focus of a four-part documentary for Lifetime, for which Morrissey sued after her attempts to block its release failed. Both she and A&E settled, although Williams was paid a "paltry" $82,000 for her appearance.
#williams #guardianship #Legal #morrissey
2 months ago
Bruce Willis made a rare appearance as he joined his family to celebrate daughter Tallulah Willis' wedding to musician Justin Acee.
The 71-year-old Die Hard star, who has largely remained out of the public eye following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, was pictured sharing a tender moment with the newlyweds during their intimate wedding weekend in Idaho.
In a poignant black-and-white photograph shared by Vogue, Bruce wrapped his arm around Tallulah's shoulders as his daughter leaned affectionately into him, while Justin reached out to shake his father-in-law's hand.
Tallulah Willis poses for photos in her Balenciaga wedding gown at her Idaho wedding (@ Instagram/dimitrishair)
Bruce looked relaxed and happy in the touching image, wearing a ******* on-up shirt, trousers and a fedora, while Tallulah wore a chic sleeveless Alaïa dress falling below the knee and carried a bouquet of flowers.
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The 71-year-old Die Hard star, who has largely remained out of the public eye following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, was pictured sharing a tender moment with the newlyweds during their intimate wedding weekend in Idaho.
In a poignant black-and-white photograph shared by Vogue, Bruce wrapped his arm around Tallulah's shoulders as his daughter leaned affectionately into him, while Justin reached out to shake his father-in-law's hand.
Tallulah Willis poses for photos in her Balenciaga wedding gown at her Idaho wedding (@ Instagram/dimitrishair)
Bruce looked relaxed and happy in the touching image, wearing a ******* on-up shirt, trousers and a fedora, while Tallulah wore a chic sleeveless Alaïa dress falling below the knee and carried a bouquet of flowers.
#bruce #acee
2 months ago
Bruce Willis, 71, recently made a rare public appearance for a special family celebration — his daughter Tallulah Willis' wedding.
On August 14, Vogue shared via Instagram a black-and-white photo of the blushing bride with her new husband, Justin Acee, and her famous father. The Die Hard and Sixth Sense actor donned a dress shirt, dress pants, and a fedora as he smiled. Tullulah rested her head on Bruce's shoulder as he wrapped an arm around his daughter, while Justin held Bruce's other hand.
Tullulah and Justin married on August 8 in Sun Valley, Idaho, after more than three and a half years of dating.
In the comments, fans rejoiced over the glimpse of Bruce, which hasn't come nearly as often following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis in 2023. One Instagram user declared, "So beautiful. And Bruce was there, I'm already crying."
Another fan shared, "Absolutely beautiful, and seeing Bruce was so heartwarming."
#tullulah
On August 14, Vogue shared via Instagram a black-and-white photo of the blushing bride with her new husband, Justin Acee, and her famous father. The Die Hard and Sixth Sense actor donned a dress shirt, dress pants, and a fedora as he smiled. Tullulah rested her head on Bruce's shoulder as he wrapped an arm around his daughter, while Justin held Bruce's other hand.
Tullulah and Justin married on August 8 in Sun Valley, Idaho, after more than three and a half years of dating.
In the comments, fans rejoiced over the glimpse of Bruce, which hasn't come nearly as often following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis in 2023. One Instagram user declared, "So beautiful. And Bruce was there, I'm already crying."
Another fan shared, "Absolutely beautiful, and seeing Bruce was so heartwarming."
#tullulah
3 months ago
Emma Heming Willis has opened up about how her relationship with her husband Bruce Willis has changed amid his battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
Appearing on the latest episode of the Making **** e with Hoda Kotb podcast, Emma was asked what "love" is like between her and the Die Hard actor now. "You know, obviously it's different," Emma said. "But still very grounded and rooted."
Bruce's family first announced his aphasia diagnosis in 2022 before revealing his frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis almost a year later. He retired from acting following the diagnosis.
"I get to be with my husband, be really in the moment with him, and there is something that is so beautiful about that," Emma continued. "Like, I'm not thinking about the future or the past. I can really just stop everything to just be with him in these moments that are so fleeting."
Emma and Bruce tied the knot in 2009 and went on to welcome two daughters, Mabel, now 14, and Evelyn, now 12. Since Bruce's diagnosis, Emma has become an outspoken advocate on matters relating to FTD and families living with the condition.
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Appearing on the latest episode of the Making **** e with Hoda Kotb podcast, Emma was asked what "love" is like between her and the Die Hard actor now. "You know, obviously it's different," Emma said. "But still very grounded and rooted."
Bruce's family first announced his aphasia diagnosis in 2022 before revealing his frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis almost a year later. He retired from acting following the diagnosis.
"I get to be with my husband, be really in the moment with him, and there is something that is so beautiful about that," Emma continued. "Like, I'm not thinking about the future or the past. I can really just stop everything to just be with him in these moments that are so fleeting."
Emma and Bruce tied the knot in 2009 and went on to welcome two daughters, Mabel, now 14, and Evelyn, now 12. Since Bruce's diagnosis, Emma has become an outspoken advocate on matters relating to FTD and families living with the condition.
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