Bruce Willis' Family Reveals He Now Has Dementia -- Read Their Emotional Statement

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, is fighting back after claims she is using the actor's dementia diagnosis to get her "five minutes" of fame. Bruce's family announced the "Die Hard" star had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) months after revealing the actor was dealing with aphasia. "I just saw something about me getting my five minutes, which is great," Emma said in a new video posted to Instagram.

Bruce Willis's wife has asked paparazzi to "keep your space" and not yell at the actor, who was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In an Instagram video, Emma Heming Willis said members of the press attempted to speak to her husband when he was getting coffee with friends. "If you are someone that is looking after someone with dementia, you know how difficult and stressful it can be to get someone out into the world and just to navigate them safely, even just to get a cup of coffee," she said.

Bruce Willis's wife has asked paparazzi to "keep your space" and not yell at the actor, who was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In an Instagram video, Emma Heming Willis said members of the press attempted to speak to her husband when he was getting coffee with friends. "If you are someone that is looking after someone with dementia, you know how difficult and stressful it can be to get someone out into the world and just to navigate them safely, even just to get a cup of coffee," she said.

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's wife posted an emotional plea asking families of dementia sufferers for advice on how to help their loved ones navigate the world safely. Emma Heming's post on Saturday comes a year after it was announced the 67-year-old actor would be stepping away from his career after he was diagnosed with aphasia.  Last month, his family said the illness had progressed to frontotemporal dementia.

video post. Her message came after photos and videos of Willis getting food with friends circulated online. “I’m just seeing headlines and there’s a video of my husband out getting some coffee with some friends that did a standup job at protecting him,” Heming Willis added. “So, in the spirit of raising awareness around dementia, there’s still a lot of education that needs to be put forth.

J. Kim Murphy Emma Heming Willis, wife to actor Bruce Willis, has made a statement asking paparazzi to “keep your space” when following the 67-year-old actor, who was recently diagnosed with dementia. Heming Willis posted a video on Instagram, recounting a recent incident in which photographers attempted to speak to her husband while he made a rare public appearance to meet with a group of friends for coffee in Santa Monica. “If you are someone who is looking after someone with dementia, you know how difficult and stressful it can be to get someone out into the world and to navigate them safely, even just to get a cup of coffee,” she said. “It’s clear that there’s still a lot of education that needs to be put worth. So this one is going out to the photographers and video people that are trying to get those exclusives of my husband out and about. Just keep your space.”

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.

A strong support system. Bruce Willis is surrounded by people who love him amid his battle with frontotemporal dementia.

Bruce Willis’ family is is helping him to “live as full a life as possible” after his worsening diagnosis

Ronald Reagan’s daughter, actress Patti Davis, is sharing her sympathy and advice to Bruce Willis and his family after the recent announcement of the actor's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. In an opinion piece written for the New York Times, Davis, 70, reflected on her father’s decision to go public with his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease in 1994. The former president had been out of office for five years when he wrote a letter to the country that detailed his condition.  Davis shared her memory of her mother, Nancy Reagan, calling her to tell her they were releasing the letter.

Bruce Willis’ daughters are feeling a wave of emotions right now.

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 shared her thoughts on the actor's "cruel" diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Scout took to her Instagram story hours after Demi Moore announced Bruce's diagnosis to the world.  "Feeling emotionally tired and a bit overwhelmed, yet also very in awe of the love so many people have for my papa," she wrote alongside a photo of herself.

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.

Bruce Willis cemented his Hollywood heavyweight status years ago. Between playing action hero John McClane in the billion-dollar "Die Hard" franchise to saving the world in "Armageddon" or thrilling audiences in "The Sixth Sense," Willis earned his spot as a leading actor in Tinseltown. His decades-long career began on television when he was cast opposite Cybill Shepherd in the comedy-drama "Moonlighting." Willis earned an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe during the show's five seasons.

Bruce Willis and his family received an outpouring of support on Thursday after they announced that the actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD).  Sophia Bush, Selma Blair and Alyssa Milano all said they were sending their love to the family, and Bonnie Hunt wrote, "An abundance of love for you dear Demi, for Bruce, for all of you,family♥️ so much love," after Demi Moore, Willis’ ex-wife and mother to three of his five children, posted the statement on her Instagram. Paris Hilton also said she was sending her love to the family.  Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, also shared the statement, prompting Kimora Lee Simmons to write, "Sending you and your beautiful family love Emma." Aaron Paul wrote on Bruce's daughter Rumer Willis’ page, "Love you so much my friend! Sending hugs to you and that beautiful family of yours.

READ MORE: Dick Van Dyke performing at 97 sparks tears on The Masked Singer"While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis. "The message signed by the "Ladies of Willis/Moore" added that a full statement was released via The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration's website. The full statement explained that the actor "always believed in using his voice in the world to help others, and to raise awareness".