Bruce Willis is diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, announces family

Actor Bruce Willis, who is generally recognized for his Die Hard movies, has been identified with frontotemporal dementia, as introduced by his household. Last 12 months in March, the actor’s household, together with his spouse Emma Heming-Willis and ex-wife Demi Moore, introduced that he will likely be stepping away from his appearing profession after he was identified with aphasia, a situation that impedes an individual’s skill to talk and write. Today, the actor’s household launched an official assertion on social media stating that his situation has progressed to a selected analysis by the identify of frontotemporal dementia. (Also learn: Jeremy Renner’s co-star Evangeline Lilly says actor’s restoration is a ‘miracle’: ‘He’s made from one thing actually powerful…’)

The official assertion learn: “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). 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.” Demi Moore took to Instagram to share an replace about her ex-husband and posted an image of him, thanking followers and well-wishers for his or her help.

The assertion additionally added that the dysfunction has no treatment, and hopes for larger medical analysis and media consideration. “Today there are no treatments for the disease, a reality that we hope can change in the years ahead. As Bruce’s condition advances, we hope that any media attention can be focused on shining a light on this disease that needs far more awareness and research. Bruce always believed in using his voice in the world to help others, and to raise awareness about important issues both publicly and privately. We know in our hearts that – if he could today — he would want to respond by bringing global attention and a connectedness with those who are also dealing with this debilitating disease and how it impacts so many individuals and their families,” the joint assertion learn.

Some of the notable movie roles of actor Bruce Willis aside from the movies within the Die Hard franchise embrace The Sixth Sense, Armageddon and Pulp Fiction. He has 5 daughters, three with Demi Moore and two with Emma Heming-Willis.