Bruce Willis, 67, retired from acting last year as he battled aphasia and is now battling dementia
Bruce Willis’ family revealed a few days ago that the actor has been diagnosed with dementia (FTD), less than a year after he retired from acting due to his battle with aphasia.
Bruce Willis, 67, retired from acting last year as he battled aphasia and now his condition has worsened, his family said in a joint statement on Thursday (February 17).
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His family and friends have become the “shield” of protection for the actor, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The “Die Hard” star’s family is focused on helping him live as normal a life as possible, according to “People” magazine.
“The important thing for him Bruce is to keep him active. She has a busy schedule with activities every day. We make sure that both his body and his brain are trained,” says a person close to the actor, who spoke to “People”.
“The whole family is by his side,” the man said, adding that his 44-year-old wife, Emma Hemming, is trying to create as many positive memories as possible for their children. “She wants Bruce to be remembered as an amazing, fun dad. He wants them to have the best memories of him.”
The family updated the 67-year-old actor’s condition in a statement last Thursday, 11 months after revealing he had been diagnosed with aphasia, a language disorder that affects his cognitive abilities.
“Since announcing Bruce’s aphasia diagnosis in the spring of 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD).
Unfortunately, communication challenges are only one symptom of the disease Bruce is dealing with. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis,” the statement said.
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“Bruce always used his ‘voice’ to help anyone in need. We know in our hearts that – if he could today – he would want to raise awareness of this debilitating disease to everyone he can and let everyone know how it affects so many people and their families.”
“Bruce always found joy in life. It means everything to us to see that sense of caring reflected in him and all of us. We are so touched by your love for our beloved husband, father and friend during this difficult time. Your compassion, understanding and respect will allow us to help Bruce live as full a life as possible,” the family’s statement concluded.
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