Hollywood Health: Bruce Willis Diagnosed With Frontotemporal Dementia
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After Reports Claimed Demi Moore Moved Back In With Bruce Willis And His Family After Aphasia Diagnosis, His Wife Emma Weighed In
Rumors had the Willis blended family partially reunited under one roof, but they have since been debunked.www.cinemablend.com
Demi Moore Has Reportedly Moved Back In With Bruce Willis And His Wife Emma, In Light Of The Actor's Aphasia Diagnosis
By Mike Reyes
published about 8 hours ago
Rumors have the Willis blended family partially reunited under one roof.
When the 2020 pandemic was at its height, an unexpected quarantine for Demi Moore and Bruce Willis resulted in the two ex-spouses and their respective families living together. Years after that cohabitating situation that saw Moore, Willis and Emma Heming Willis all sharing the same space, it looks like that scenario may be happening yet again. If the rumors are true, Moore has allegedly moved in with Bruce and Emma, following the action movie actor’s recently updated aphasia diagnosis, and for a very good reason.
An unnamed source has claimed that this is all happening in the name of what looks like aiding Emma Heming Willis in caring for Bruce. A report from Radar Online shared these remarks from said source, which explained Demi Moore’s supposed actions in the following context:
As Emma Heming Willis is looking to provide the best care for Bruce Willis and create as many fond memories as possible in his retirement, it sounds like Demi Moore’s motivations are totally aligned with those aims. With her recent interviews discussing the balance of caring for family and self, apparently Emma Heming Willis will have some extra help to better tackle the challenges ahead.
One such obstacle revealed itself earlier this week through reports of paparazzi hollering at Bruce Willis in public, which has left the former action star looking confused. With Demi Moore’s rumored move into the Willis household, it might be more likely to avoid such incidents in public, in accordance with the wishes of Emma Heming Willis’ recent statements. Of course, there’s a chance that these rumors are just that, and until we see an official statement from the family, this story should be treated as mere speculation.
Demi Moore and Bruce Willis’ blended family are used to being seen together, especially in light of Willis and his post-diagnosis life. If this report is true, then that reality is even more reinforced thanks to Moore's alleged move into Willis and Emma Heming Willis’ household. This might help contribute to the love in the house by sharing even more precious moments involving the entire family with the world.
Fans can revisit the best Bruce Willis movies while waiting for such updates. Just as Willis’ family wants to make the most valuable memories in the days to come, we can all seek out our favorite memories from throughout the legendary talent’s career.
White people shit. Try this with some black folks and see how long it takes before a news crew is on the scene.
Sympathy threesome, well played sir.After Reports Claimed Demi Moore Moved Back In With Bruce Willis And His Family After Aphasia Diagnosis, His Wife Emma Weighed In
Rumors had the Willis blended family partially reunited under one roof, but they have since been debunked.
Demi Moore Has Reportedly Moved Back In With Bruce Willis And His Wife Emma, In Light Of The Actor's Aphasia Diagnosis
By Mike Reyes
published about 8 hours ago
Rumors have the Willis blended family partially reunited under one roof.
When the 2020 pandemic was at its height, an unexpected quarantine for Demi Moore and Bruce Willis resulted in the two ex-spouses and their respective families living together. Years after that cohabitating situation that saw Moore, Willis and Emma Heming Willis all sharing the same space, it looks like that scenario may be happening yet again. If the rumors are true, Moore has allegedly moved in with Bruce and Emma, following the action movie actor’s recently updated aphasia diagnosis, and for a very good reason.
An unnamed source has claimed that this is all happening in the name of what looks like aiding Emma Heming Willis in caring for Bruce. A report from Radar Online shared these remarks from said source, which explained Demi Moore’s supposed actions in the following context:
As Emma Heming Willis is looking to provide the best care for Bruce Willis and create as many fond memories as possible in his retirement, it sounds like Demi Moore’s motivations are totally aligned with those aims. With her recent interviews discussing the balance of caring for family and self, apparently Emma Heming Willis will have some extra help to better tackle the challenges ahead.
One such obstacle revealed itself earlier this week through reports of paparazzi hollering at Bruce Willis in public, which has left the former action star looking confused. With Demi Moore’s rumored move into the Willis household, it might be more likely to avoid such incidents in public, in accordance with the wishes of Emma Heming Willis’ recent statements. Of course, there’s a chance that these rumors are just that, and until we see an official statement from the family, this story should be treated as mere speculation.
Demi Moore and Bruce Willis’ blended family are used to being seen together, especially in light of Willis and his post-diagnosis life. If this report is true, then that reality is even more reinforced thanks to Moore's alleged move into Willis and Emma Heming Willis’ household. This might help contribute to the love in the house by sharing even more precious moments involving the entire family with the world.
Fans can revisit the best Bruce Willis movies while waiting for such updates. Just as Willis’ family wants to make the most valuable memories in the days to come, we can all seek out our favorite memories from throughout the legendary talent’s career.
Bruce Willis' wife celebrates husband's birthday
In a video posted to her account on Sunday, Emma described feeling particularly sad as he marked another year around the son.
Bruce Willis’ Wife Says “Hard to Know” If Actor Understands Health Issues
Emma Heming Willis gave the 'Today' show an emotional health update on caring for the 'Die Hard' star as he faces down frontotemporal dementia.
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Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma, gives health update: 'Hard to know’ if he’s aware of his condition
Heming Willis joined TODAY for her first TV interview since her husband's diagnosis was made public in honor of World FTD Awareness Week, from Sept. 24 to Oct. 1.
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Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming fights back tears as she shares update
Earlier this year, Bruce, 68, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) - an uncommon type of the disease that causes a deterioration in behavior, personality and language.
Bruce Willis' wife calls his frontotemporal dementia a 'blessing' and a 'curse'
The 68-year-old "Die Hard" actor stepped away from acting last year after he was diagnosed with asphasia.
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Sad shit
Bruce Willis 'not totally verbal' says 'Moonlighting' creator
Bruce Willis 'not totally verbal' and his 'joie de vivre is gone,' says 'Moonlighting' creator: 'And yet he's still Bruce.'
Wonder if Cybill Sheperd has said anything...Bruce Willis 'not totally verbal' says 'Moonlighting' creator
Bruce Willis 'not totally verbal' and his 'joie de vivre is gone,' says 'Moonlighting' creator: 'And yet he's still Bruce.'ew.com
Probably...
Honestly I'd prefer all that stuff be done privately
Because it just becomes an attention competition
Intentionally or unintentionally
‘Moonlighting’ creator, Cybill Shepherd on ‘brilliant’ Bruce Willis: We ‘fought’ for him
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Cybill Shepherd, 73, seen on rare public outing
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Bruce Willis' Daughter Rumer Says She's 'Really Missing' Her Dad After His Dementia Diagnosis
Rumer Willis shared a childhood snap with dad Bruce Willis on Monday and said she's 'really missing' her 'papa' after his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis
Bruce Willis' daughter Rumer shares heartbreaking update
'Really missing my papa today.'
Bruce Willis' Wife Emma Heming Willis Shares Sweet Photo of Their Extended Family Celebrating Thanksgiving
Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming Willis shared a sweet photo on Instagram Thursday of herself and the actor celebrating the holiday with their kids Mabel and Evelyn. Bruce's other daughters Rumer Willis, Scout Willis and Tallulah Willis could also be seen in the snapshot, along with his ex-wife...
Bruce Willis' Wife Emma Shares Throwback Blended Family Photo on Thanksgiving 2023 - E! Online
Emma Heming Willis posted a photo of husband Bruce Willis with their blended family from a past gathering as they celebrated their first Thanksgiving since revealing his dementia diagnosis.
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Bruce Willis' wife shuts down 'clickbait' stories about his dementia
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Tallulah Willis opens about her autism diagnosis for the first time
The 30-year-old actress and daughter of Bruce Willis shared her health discovery on Instagram to her 402,000 followers over the weekend.
Tallulah Willis Reveals She Was Diagnosed with Autism as an Adult: 'It's Changed My Life'
Tallulah Willis — the 30-year-old daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis — revealed on Instagram that she was diagnosed with autism last summer and "it's changed my life"
Bruce Willis Gets Encouraging Health Update From Daughter 2 Years After Retirement Announcement
A far more hopeful update than a year ago.
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Inside Bruce Willis' Last Days: Family of Dementia-Stricken 'Die Hard' Actor, 69, Admit There Has to Be 'Real Deep Acceptance' of Disease's Devastation
Demi Moore revealed Bruce Willis is 'stable' but his family has had to have a 'real deep acceptance' of his dementia diagnosis as his condition progresses.
Bruce Willis' Early Dementia Symptoms Dismissed as 'Just a Part of a Stutter' He'd Had Since Childhood
Bruce Willis' early struggles with language were seen as a return of his “severe stutter,” wife Emma Heming Willis said
Bruce Willis seen in rare snaps at Thanksgiving amid dementia battle
Frail Bruce Willis was seen in a rare snap as he marked Thanksgiving with his family on Thursday amid his battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD.)
According to her representatives, Williams was diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia in 2023 and entered a cognitive facility. A documentary chronicling Williams's life since 2022, Where Is Wendy Williams?, aired on Lifetime in February 2024.[147] Morrissey unsuccessfully sued to prevent its release, claiming the documentary exploited Williams.[148][149]In November 2024, legal documents filed by Morrissey described Williams as "cognitively impaired, permanently disabled and legally incapacitated."[150]
Same medical diagnosis.
Same medical diagnosis.
Frontotemporal dementia - Wikipedia
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), also called frontotemporal degeneration disease[1] or frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder,[2] encompasses several types of dementia involving the progressive degeneration of the brain's frontal and temporal lobes.[3] Men and women appear to be equally affected.[1] FTD generally presents as a behavioral or language disorder with gradual onset.[4] Signs and symptoms tend to appear in late adulthood, typically between the ages of 45 and 65, although it can affect people younger or older than this.[1] Currently, no cure or approved symptomatic treatment for FTD exists, although some off-label drugs and behavioral methods are prescribed.[1]
Features of FTD were first described by Arnold Pick between 1892 and 1906.[5] The name Pick's disease was coined in 1922.[6] This term is now reserved only for the behavioral variant of FTD, in which characteristic Pick bodies and Pick cells are present.[7][8] These were first described by Alois Alzheimer in 1911.[6] Common signs and symptoms include significant changes in social and personal behavior, disinhibition, apathy, blunting and dysregulation of emotions, and deficits in both expressive and receptive language.[9]
Each FTD subtype is relatively rare.[10] FTDs are mostly early onset syndromes linked to frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD),[11] which is characterized by progressive neuronal loss predominantly involving the frontal or temporal lobes, and a typical loss of more than 70% of spindle neurons, while other neuron types remain intact.[12] The three main subtypes or variant syndromes are a behavioral variant (bvFTD) previously known as Pick's disease, and two variants of primary progressive aphasia (PPA): semantic (svPPA) and nonfluent (nfvPPA). Two rare distinct subtypes of FTD are neuronal intermediate filament inclusion disease (NIFID) and basophilic inclusion body disease (BIBD). Other related disorders include corticobasal syndrome (CBS or CBD), and FTD with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Aphasia - Wikipedia
In aphasia (sometimes called dysphasia),[a] a person may be unable to comprehend or unable to formulate language because of damage to specific brain regions.[2] The major causes are stroke and head trauma; prevalence is hard to determine, but aphasia due to stroke is estimated to be 0.1–0.4% in the Global North.[3] Aphasia can also be the result of brain tumors, epilepsy, autoimmune neurological diseases,[4] brain infections,[5] or neurodegenerative diseases (such as dementias).[6][7]
To be diagnosed with aphasia, a person's language must be significantly impaired in one (or more) of the four aspects of communication. Alternatively, in the case of progressive aphasia, it must have significantly declined over a short period of time. The four aspects of communication are spoken language production and comprehension and written language production and comprehension; impairments in any of these aspects can impact on functional communication.
The difficulties of people with aphasia can range from occasional trouble finding words, to losing the ability to speak, read, or write; intelligence, however, is unaffected.[7] Expressive language and receptive language can both be affected as well. Aphasia also affects visual language such as sign language.[2] In contrast, the use of formulaic expressions in everyday communication is often preserved.[8] For example, while a person with aphasia, particularly expressive aphasia (Broca's aphasia), may not be able to ask a loved one when their birthday is, they may still be able to sing "Happy Birthday". One prevalent deficit in all aphasias is anomia, which is a difficulty in finding the correct word.[9]: 72
With aphasia, one or more modes of communication in the brain have been damaged and are therefore functioning incorrectly. Aphasia is not caused by damage to the brain resulting in motor or sensory deficits, thus producing abnormal speech — that is, aphasia is not related to the mechanics of speech, but rather the individual's language cognition. However, it is possible for a person to have both problems, e.g. in the case of a hemorrhage damaging a large area of the brain. An individual's language abilities incorporate the socially shared set of rules, as well as the thought processes that go behind communication (as it affects both verbal and nonverbal language). Aphasia is not a result of other peripheral motor or sensory difficulty, such as paralysis affecting the speech muscles, or a general hearing impairment.[citation needed]
Neurodevelopmental forms of auditory processing disorder are differentiable from aphasia in that aphasia is by definition caused by acquired brain injury, but acquired epileptic aphasia has been viewed as a form of APD.
Bruce Willis' wife won't 'shield' daughters from his dementia battle
Bruce Willis ' wife Emma Heming has revealed why she has been open and honest about the actor's dementia battle with their two young daughters.
This is so sad, I hope he continues to heal; I don't want him to die hard.
Rumer Willis offers hopeful update on dad Bruce Willis' health: 'We rally around each other'
Rumer Willis revealed a hopeful health update on dad Bruce Willis and praised mother Demi Moore's Oscar nomination as an honor for 'the body of work that she's not been recognized for.'