Demi Moore offers insight into Bruce Willis’s health and personal philosophy
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In a world where celebrity news often revolves around the latest scandal or fashion statement, it's a poignant moment when the spotlight turns to a more serious and personal issue.
Demi Moore, a renowned actress and former wife of Bruce Willis, has recently shared a rare and intimate update on Willis's battle with dementia.
During an emotional appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, Moore spoke candidly about Willis's condition and the family's journey in navigating this challenging terrain.
The actress, who was married to Willis for 11 years, has continued to play a significant role in his life, along with his current wife, Emma Heming Willis.
The blended family's close-knit bond is a testament to their strength and unity in adversity.
As Moore and Barrymore reminisced about working together on the 2003 film Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, where Willis made a memorable cameo, the conversation naturally shifted to Willis's current health.
Moore provided a reassuring update, stating, 'Given the givens, he’s in a stable place.'
Moore, 61, and Willis, 69, share three daughters: Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah. The family's approach to supporting one another through Willis's health challenges is inspiring and instructive.
'What I say to my kids is you meet them where they’re at. You don’t hold on to who they were or what you want them to be, but who they are in this moment,' Moore shared her philosophy.
'And from that, there is such beauty and joy and loving and sweetness.'
'When I’m in LA, I go over every week, and I really treasure the time that we all share.'
This means accepting and loving the person as they are in the present moment, rather than clinging to who they once were or who you wish they could be.
This approach is not only applicable to those dealing with dementia but is a valuable lesson in empathy and acceptance for all of us.
Willis's initial diagnosis of aphasia in March 2022, which was later updated to frontotemporal dementia in February 2023, has brought the family's private struggles into the public eye.
Frontotemporal dementia, a disorder that leads to the loss of nerve cells in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, can cause significant changes in behaviour, personality, language, and movement.
The family's openness about Willis's condition has not only raised awareness about dementia.
Still, it has also shown the importance of emotional preparedness and presence when spending time with an affected loved one.
Tallulah's comments to People magazine about visiting her father and being 'open to what the visit is' underscore the need for resilience and self-care when facing such a profound challenge.
'I’ve done what I need to do to make sure that I can just be present.'
In related news, Rumer Willis, Bruce Willis' eldest daughter, posted a heartfelt message on social media about her father's struggle with dementia.
In 2023, Willis' family revealed that he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) following the 2022 announcement of his retirement from acting due to aphasia, a language disorder. You can read more about it here.
Demi Moore, a renowned actress and former wife of Bruce Willis, has recently shared a rare and intimate update on Willis's battle with dementia.
During an emotional appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, Moore spoke candidly about Willis's condition and the family's journey in navigating this challenging terrain.
The actress, who was married to Willis for 11 years, has continued to play a significant role in his life, along with his current wife, Emma Heming Willis.
Demi Moore says Bruce Willis is stable despite his frontotemporal dementia. Credit: @demimoore / Instagram
The blended family's close-knit bond is a testament to their strength and unity in adversity.
As Moore and Barrymore reminisced about working together on the 2003 film Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, where Willis made a memorable cameo, the conversation naturally shifted to Willis's current health.
Moore provided a reassuring update, stating, 'Given the givens, he’s in a stable place.'
Moore, 61, and Willis, 69, share three daughters: Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah. The family's approach to supporting one another through Willis's health challenges is inspiring and instructive.
'What I say to my kids is you meet them where they’re at. You don’t hold on to who they were or what you want them to be, but who they are in this moment,' Moore shared her philosophy.
'And from that, there is such beauty and joy and loving and sweetness.'
'When I’m in LA, I go over every week, and I really treasure the time that we all share.'
This means accepting and loving the person as they are in the present moment, rather than clinging to who they once were or who you wish they could be.
This approach is not only applicable to those dealing with dementia but is a valuable lesson in empathy and acceptance for all of us.
Willis's initial diagnosis of aphasia in March 2022, which was later updated to frontotemporal dementia in February 2023, has brought the family's private struggles into the public eye.
Frontotemporal dementia, a disorder that leads to the loss of nerve cells in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, can cause significant changes in behaviour, personality, language, and movement.
The family's openness about Willis's condition has not only raised awareness about dementia.
Still, it has also shown the importance of emotional preparedness and presence when spending time with an affected loved one.
Tallulah's comments to People magazine about visiting her father and being 'open to what the visit is' underscore the need for resilience and self-care when facing such a profound challenge.
'I’ve done what I need to do to make sure that I can just be present.'
In related news, Rumer Willis, Bruce Willis' eldest daughter, posted a heartfelt message on social media about her father's struggle with dementia.
In 2023, Willis' family revealed that he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) following the 2022 announcement of his retirement from acting due to aphasia, a language disorder. You can read more about it here.
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