Bruce Willis: Love Triumphs Amid FTD Battle
Bruce Willis' struggle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) has transformed his life and connections with loved ones, but his wife, Emma Heming Willis, says their bond has strengthened. Despite his limited speech, their love story deepens. Emma cherishes each present moment with Bruce, finding beauty in their evolving relationship.
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Bruce Willis, renowned for his role in Die Hard, faces a new chapter in life, battling frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which has impacted his connections with loved ones. Despite his condition, his wife, Emma Heming Willis, shares that their love has only grown stronger.
Willis, who received his FTD diagnosis in November 2022, began displaying symptoms long before. Known for being a jovial father and dedicated husband, he has experienced increasing language challenges, including a resurgence of a childhood stutter.
Emma explained to PEOPLE that Bruce's variant of dementia, called primary progressive aphasia (PPA), specifically affects speech. Despite this, Emma finds that Bruce still communicates deeply. Their bond has intensified on a 'cellular level,' and she treasures each moment shared in the present.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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