Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, his wife Emma Heming Willis revealed Thursday.
Heming Willis, 44, shared a photo of her husband On Instagram. There he revealed that the actor’s condition is worse since the family first revealed his diagnosis of aphasia last year.
“Our family wanted to begin by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible amount of love, support and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce’s original diagnosis,” Emma wrote. “In that spirit, we wanted to give you an update on our loving husband, father, and friend. We now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing.”
“Since we announced Bruce’s aphasia diagnosis in the spring of 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed. We now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD),” he continued. “Unfortunately, the challenges with communication are just one symptom of the illness Bruce is facing. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.”
He continued: “Bruce always believed in using his voice in the world to help others and raise awareness about important issues both in public and in private,” he said. “We know in our hearts that if I could today, I would want to respond by bringing global attention and a connection to those who are also dealing with this debilitating disease and how it affects so many people and their families.”
“Bruce has always found joy in life and has helped everyone he meets to do the same,” Emma concluded.
The “Die Hard” star’s family shared the news of his aphasia diagnosis in March 2022, writing alongside a photo of the actor on their Instagram feeds.
