Bruce Willis Diagnosed with Dementia for 3 Years: 'Brain and Language Gradually Declining,' Living Separately from Wife and Daughters

Seventy-year-old Hollywood superstar Bruce Willis was diagnosed with aphasia in 2022, and the following year was further diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. His health has been a matter of great concern to fans. Recently, his wife gave an exclusive interview to foreign media, revealing Bruce Willis's current condition for the first time.

Speaking about Bruce Willis's current state, Emma said that his physical condition is still quite good and he is able to move around on his own, but he is severely affected by dementia. “His language ability is disappearing... his brain is deteriorating.” As for how to communicate with Bruce Willis, Emma said: “We have already learned different ways to interact.” Even though Bruce Willis no longer remembers their wedding anniversary, as long as the emotional bond between the two can be felt, she is content.

Emma admitted that she occasionally still hears Bruce Willis's familiar laughter, sees his smile, and the light in his eyes. These brief and precious moments fill her with both comfort and sadness. “It's really hard to accept, because those moments appear, but vanish in an instant. It's hard to bear. But I'm grateful. I'm grateful that my husband still truly exists with us.”

In order to make Bruce Willis's life more comfortable, Emma made a difficult decision: she moved him to an independent single-story residence, where a professional care team provides 24-hour care. Emma explained that the reason for doing this was not only for Bruce Willis, but also for their two minor children. “He hopes that they can live in a home that better meets their needs, not his.”

Despite living apart from Bruce Willis, Emma still frequently takes their two children to visit their father's residence, which is not far from their original home.

Source: China Times News