The famed actor’s daughter tells how they are coping with her father’s rare disease
Since the announcement in February 2023 that Bruce Willis is battling frontotemporal dementia, speculation about his health has intensified. The lack of detailed updates from his inner circle only fueled more curiosity about the condition of the famed “Die Hard” actor, who has since withdrawn from the public eye to focus on his well-being at home, surrounded by his family including his wife, Emma Heming Willis.
In a recent television interview, Rumer, Bruce Willis’s oldest daughter with Demi Moore, shared insights into her father’s daily life and his current health status.
How is the actor doing right now?
At the Laughter Is the Best Medicine Gala 2024, held last Thursday in New York, Rumer Willis spoke with the Fox News network, offering fresh insights about her father, Bruce Willis. During the interview, she expressed how the family’s openness about Bruce’s condition has highlighted the widespread affection and support he continues to receive.
Rumer reflected on the positive impact of sharing their personal story, saying, “The incredible part of this journey has been seeing how much my dad is loved. It’s clear from the support we’ve received, and if our story can bring hope or comfort to others facing similar challenges, that’s very meaningful to me.”
She also shared a personal update: “He’s doing great. I recently visited him with my daughter, Louetta—it was a wonderful visit. It’s always special to see him with my daughter, to just be there and show our love.”
What Disease does he have?
Frontotemporal dementia encompasses a set of disorders that impact the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to their atrophy. This condition can manifest in various ways, including difficulties with speech, changes in emotion, and alterations in personality.
Typically, the initial symptoms of frontotemporal dementia appear between the ages of 40 and 65. However, it has also been diagnosed in younger individuals, making it a prominent type of dementia among those under 60 years old.
