The Willis family shared touching glimpses into their Thanksgiving celebration, offering a heartwarming update on Bruce Willis amidst his ongoing battle with dementia. Daughters Scout and Tallulah posted photos on Instagram showcasing a joyful family moment with their father. The images captured Bruce smiling alongside his daughters, holding a personalized "Best Dad Ever" gift. Scout's arm around her father and Tallulah playfully holding his ear conveyed the strong bond within the family.
These recent photos are especially poignant given the family's limited sharing of images of Bruce over the past two years due to his health struggles. The actor's journey with frontotemporal dementia, a diagnosis revealed in February 2024, has been challenging for the family. His initial retirement from acting in March 2022 was due to aphasia, a language disorder impacting cognitive abilities.
Bruce's wife, Emma Heming Willis, recently discussed his condition in an interview, highlighting the connection between his childhood stutter and the initial manifestation of his language difficulties. She explained how acting provided a way for him to overcome his stutter through script memorization.
Tallulah Willis, in a September appearance on the "Today" show, provided a reassuring update on her father's stable condition, emphasizing the love and support surrounding him. She also echoed the importance of being present in each moment, a sentiment shared by Bruce's ex-wife, Demi Moore, who has remained close to the family. Moore, speaking at the Hamptons International Film Festival, stressed the need for acceptance and meeting Bruce where he is in his journey.
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