Bruce Willis’ aphasia has progressed to frontotemporal dementia, says ex-wife Demi Moore

Emma Heming Willis has always advocated for her husband, Bruce Willis, but now she’s ready to take it further. After pleading for paparazzi to give Bruce space, she announced in an Instagram video Tuesday, she is going to use her platform to turn her “grief,” “anger” and “sadness” into something good, by raising awareness around Frontotemporal Dementia and caregivers.

Through thick and thin! Bruce Willis and his wife, Emma Heming Willis, have been by each other’s side since their early 2000s meet-cute.

Bruce Willis‘ wife Emma Willis has taken to social media to ask paparazzi to go easy when they see the ailing actor in public.Willis, who had been diagnosed with aphasia in March 2022 and had retired from acting, had unfortunately had his condition progress to dementia in February this year. Now, his wife is hoping to raise awareness by addressing photographers and videographers.Emma Willis said via an Instagram Reel on Saturday: “So this one is going out to the photographers and the video people that are trying to get those exclusives of my husband out and about: Just keep your space.

Emma Heming has a clear message for paparazzi over her husband, Bruce Willis.

Emmy Heming Willis, the wife of actor Bruce Willis, has made an emotional plea to paparazzi to stop yelling or otherwise distracting her husband while he’s out and about.

Bruce Willis' wife shared a public service announcement with followers on Saturday, after a video was taken by paparazzi of her husband getting coffee with friends."So this one is going out to the photographers and the video people that are trying to get those exclusives of my husband out and about, just keep your space," she said in the heartbreaking video that was filmed from her kitchen table on Saturday March 4.The video, which you can watch below, began with Emma apologizing for her appearance, joking, "It's a Saturday, I just woke up," before calling on followers who may also know someone with dementia to share their own experience."Please don't be yelling at my husband asking him how he's doing or whatever, the wooing and the 'Yippee-Ki-Yay', just don't do it. Give him the space, allow for our family or whoever's with him that day to be able to get him from point A to point B safely," she concluded.Veteran Hollywood star Bruce retired from acting in 2022 after being diagnosed with aphasia.The announcement regarding the 67-year-old's health was made by his family, including Bruce's wife Emma and ex-wife Demi Moore, who said in a statement that the condition was "impacting his cognitive abilities".Emma and Demi, along with his adult daughters Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah, later shared an update in February 2023, revealing that "Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD)".MORE: Bruce Willis and wife Emma's $9.8m mansion with chef's kitchen, spa and pool Demi, Bruce's daughters, and Emma revealed his declining health condition"Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces.

Emma Heming is sharing a sweet throwback moment with her husband Bruce Willis, following news of health struggles. The 44-year-old actress took to Instagram to share a video featuring the Hollywood star, in which he can be seen saying he loves his wife’s skincare brand, Cocobaba.“What’s this new memory thing on IG!?” Emma wrote, referring to a new feature on the popular app that shows you photos and videos from previous years.

Supporting their dad. Demi Moore admires her daughters’ efforts to support Bruce Willis as he struggles with frontotemporal dementia.

Less than two weeks after Bruce Willis' family announced his aphasia diagnosis had progressed into frontotemporal dementia, Emma Heming Willis is offering some insight into how she plans to care for her husband. The model shared on Instagram that she is working with a dementia specialist. "I’m grateful I had the opportunity to work with @teepasnows_pac who has helped me add to my dementia care toolbox," she wrote alongside a photo holding hands with specialist Teepa Snow.

difficult news of Bruce Willis's health, Demi Moore has shared snaps of herself spending time with close pals to celebrate Jamie Lee Curtis's Oscar nomination. Demi and Jamie Lee also posed alongside Katey Sagal, Jaimie Alexander and Amy Landecker, as the group hilariously showed off their hotdog finger gloves in reference to Jamie's Oscar-nominated role in Everything Everywhere All at Once.  Demi partied alongside famous faces to celebrate close friend Jamie Lee Curtis's Oscar nomination Demi captioned the post: "Celebrating our sweet friend @jamieleecurtis - everyone, everywhere, all at once. The biggest congrats on your Oscar nom for @everythingeverywheremovie! You deserve it all and we love you so much."RELATED: Demi Moore evokes old Hollywood glamor in a leopard-print dress from throwback shootFans rushed to the comments to share their love for the post.

A 2018 speech delivered by Bruce Willis has new meaning in the wake of his dementia diagnosis. The actor was the subject of a "Comedy Central Roast" five years ago, and a clip from his rebuttal has gone viral, showcasing his strength and humor.  "Nothing can keep me down," he began in the resurfaced video.

stepping back from acting last year when it was revealed that he was dealing with aphasia, Bruce Willis' neurological ailment has now progressed.Bruce's wife, Emma, ex-wife, Demi Moore, and daughters Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel and Evelyn, shared a joint statement Thursday, announcing that the celebrated movie star's condition has progressed to frontotemporal dementia, also known as FTD.«As a family, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for the outpouring of love and compassion for Bruce over the past ten months,» the statement read. «Your generosity of spirit has been overwhelming, and we are tremendously grateful for it.

devastating frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Willis’ remarks were recorded during a Comedy Central roast that took place back in 2018, where he was mercilessly mocked by celebrities including Martha Stewart and ex-wife Demi Moore.

Bruce Willis' 2018 speech has a whole new meaning today. Amid news that the 67-year-old actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, Willis' comments from his 2018 Comedy Central roast have resurfaced.In the now-viral clip, Willis explained why «nothing can keep me down.»«I've been attacked by terrorists, asteroids, film critics, music critics, restaurant critics, divorce lawyers, male pattern baldness and none of it — none of it! — stopped me,» he said, «because I'm still Bruce f**king Willis.»“I’ve been attacked by terrorists, asteroids, film critics, music critics, divorce lawyers, male pattern baldness and none of it stopped me because I’m still Bruce Fucking Willis” ❤️#BruceWillis#Dementiapic.twitter.com/3z0iTgPZ53Willis' health struggles first became public knowledge in March 2022, when his family announced that he'd been diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that results from damage to the speech areas of the brain.Less than a year later, Willis' family revealed that his condition had progressed to frontotemporal dementia, and noted in a statement that the «challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces.»«Bruce has always found joy in life -- and has helped everyone he knows to do the same.

Bruce Willis' daughter Scout Willis has shared an emotional Instagram story to thank people for their support following her father's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.The 31-year-old took to the social media site on Thursday night to share her message of thanks."Feeling emotionally tired and a bit overwhelmed, yet also very in awe of the love so many people have for my Papa," the actress wrote. Scout's story from ThursdayThe Die Hard actor's other grown daughters shared Scout's story to express their thanks as well.

An emotional journey. Scout Willis is speaking out after her family shared an update on dad Bruce Willis‘ aphasia battle.

stepping back from acting last year when it was revealed that he was dealing with aphasia, Bruce Willis' neurological ailment has now progressed.Bruce's wife, Emma, ex-wife, Demi Moore, and daughters Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel and Evelyn, shared a joint statement Thursday, announcing that the celebrated movie star's condition has progressed to frontotemporal dementia, also known as FTD.«As a family, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for the outpouring of love and compassion for Bruce over the past ten months,» the statement read. «Your generosity of spirit has been overwhelming, and we are tremendously grateful for it.

Bruce Willis‘ health has taken another turn for the worse.

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Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, his family has announced. The Hollywood actor, 67, was previously diagnosed with aphasia, a condition affecting his cognitive abilities.