Ever since actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impacts communication abilities, he has maintained a low profile. His family has been forthcoming about his specific diagnosis, frontotemporal dementia, and has kept fans informed.
“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,” his daughter Rumer Willis posted on social media.
“In that spirit, we wanted to provide an update about our beloved husband, father, and friend, as we now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing.
Since we announced Bruce’s aphasia diagnosis in the spring of 2022, his condition has progressed, and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (FTD).”
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The family also shared that as the actor’s cognitive abilities decline, doctors are doing everything possible to make things easier for him. Emma Heming, Willis’ wife, is collaborating with a dementia specialist to ensure the Die Hard star receives the best care available.
“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 said in 2022.
