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Bruce Willis’ household has been circling their wagons since revealing the actor’s new prognosis of frontotemporal dementia (often called FTD). The 67-year-old Die Hard actor and his tight-knit brood — together with spouse Emma Heming and his ex-wife Demi Moore — are all “closer than ever” following the tragic information, based on People. The outlet’s supply additionally mentioned that Emma is “grateful” for her “support system” as she makes an attempt to guard her and Bruce’s younger daughters, Mabel, 10, and Evelyn, 8, from the cruel realities of the quickly debilitating illness.
“She is trying to make as many positive memories for them as she can,” the insider defined of Emma’s efforts with the women. “She wants them to remember Bruce as an amazing, fun dad. She wants them to have the best memories of him.” Along with Mabel and Evelyn, Bruce additionally shares three grownup daughters with Demi: Rumer, 34, Scout, 31, and Tallulah, 29.
The household launched an announcement on Thursday, February 16, to let followers know that Bruce’s situation had worsened. “Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD),” they wrote on the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration web site. “Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.”
The assertion went on to say that there’s at the moment “no treatment for the disease,” however that the household believes Bruce will proceed to have a satisfying life, particularly with the help from followers. “We have been so moved by the love you have all shared for our dear husband, father, and friend during this difficult time,” the assertion concluded. “Your continued compassion, understanding, and respect will enable us to help Bruce live as full a life as possible.”
With Bruce’s tribe of ladies ensuring he’s dwelling his finest life, there’s little doubt he’ll be capable of take pleasure in an upcoming milestone alongside the fam. Bruce and Demi’s daughter Rumer is anticipating her first youngster, making them pending grandparents! “He is happy about becoming a grandpa,” one other supply advised People. “He loves having a big family.”