LOS ANGELES ⁣- In a deeply personal and moving interview, Emma‍ Heming Willis, wife of action film ​icon Bruce Willis, has offered a ‌revealing update ‍on ⁢his ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). ‌The diagnosis, ‍initially preceded by a period of aphasia – a loss of language skills – has dramatically altered ⁤the life of the 68-year-old actor, but his family remains​ steadfast in⁤ their support.

speaking with Diane Sawyer ⁤on ABC News, Heming willis described the heartbreaking progression of the disease. “Bruce can still move,” she shared. “His health‍ is good in general.The main problem is that the ​brain leaves him halfway. The language skill is weakening. we have learned to adapt to​ it, we have ways to communicate with‌ him.”

Heming Willis noted a noticeable shift in Bruce’s personality, observing a withdrawal from⁢ family interactions. “A ⁣little away,‌ cold began to come, he was not like the hot and relevant Bruce we know,” she explained, painting a poignant picture of the‍ disease’s⁢ impact.

The initial ‌realization of Bruce’s illness was profoundly unsettling for Heming ​Willis.”I just ‌heard him and perceived anything else. It‍ was like I was free to‍ fall,” she recounted,​ describing the shock and fear she experienced upon learning of his condition.

despite the immense challenges, moments of ⁢joy and connection still emerge. ‌Heming Willis highlighted the occasional glimpses of the Bruce Willis she knows and loves.”We are still ⁤living in those days. rather, not​ the days, moments. His⁤ smile. He has a very‌ sincere smile. Sometimes you can ⁣see that⁢ sparkle, spark in his eyes. Here ‌are those moments as if I teleport another place.”

The family,​ including Bruce’s ex-wife demi Moore, continues to maintain⁤ a strong and supportive relationship, prioritizing his well-being. Moore has been ‍a consistent presence in Bruce’s life,demonstrating a ‌commitment ⁣to co-parenting and shared​ care.

Understanding Frontotemporal Dementia

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