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Emma Heming delivers ‘heavy’ message amid husband Bruce Willis’ health battle

Emma Heming delivers ‘heavy’ message amid husband Bruce Willis’ health battle

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Emma Heming is truly a superwoman, with raising two daughters, becoming a published author, and caring for her husband, Bruce Willis, amid his battle with frontotemporal dementia. The Die Hard actor was diagnosed with the illness in February 2023, a year after his family revealed he was suffering from aphasia.  Since then, Emma has been incredibly open about the joys and pitfalls of being a caregiver and is on a mission to help others in the same position. WATCH: Emma Hemming delivers ‘heavy’ message amid husband Bruce Willis’ health battle The former model took to Instagram to deliver a “heavy” message about the importance of supporting a caregiver, ahead of National Caregivers Day on February 21.  “So many of you want to know how you can best support someone who is a caregiver in your life,” she began, addressing her audience of almost a million followers.  “I was thinking about it, and instead of saying to the caregiver, ‘If there’s anything I can do, please let me know’, which is so kind and comes from such a loving …

Emma Heming details how decision to reveal Bruce Willis’ FTD diagnosis impacted two young daughters

Emma Heming details how decision to reveal Bruce Willis’ FTD diagnosis impacted two young daughters

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Emma Heming is committed to speaking candidly about her experience supporting husband Bruce Willis through his frontotemporal dementia (FTD) battle, and what that looks like for their family. Ever since the Die Hard actor’s family first disclosed his diagnosis, his wife has become a steadfast advocate for the FTD community, including those diagnosed with it and those who are their caregivers. Last week, the Make Time Wellness co-founder attended the AFTD 2024 Education Conference, and spoke with Susan Dickinson, CEO of The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, about her decision to publicly disclose news of Bruce’s condition. You may also likeWATCH: Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming and their daughters make prayer for FTD community Thinking about their kids, Emma shared: “I never wanted our daughters to think that this was some kind of family secret that we have to keep,” adding: “I felt like it was very important for us to come out and say what it was.” She continued: “I wanted them to see us go out and raise awareness, and on a global scale, …

Bruce Willis’ daughter Evelyn doted on by sisters Rumer, Tallulah in mom Emma’s 10th birthday tribute

Bruce Willis’ daughter Evelyn doted on by sisters Rumer, Tallulah in mom Emma’s 10th birthday tribute

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It is an extra special, celebratory day in Bruce Willis and wife Emma Heming Willis’ household. The couple and doting parents are celebrating their daughter Evelyn Penn’s milestone tenth trip around the sun this Sunday, May 5th. The Die Hard actor, who recently celebrated his 69th birthday, has been married to the Make Time Wellness co-founder since 2009, and they also share daughter Mabel Ray, who just turned 12. He is in addition a dad to daughters Rumer, 35, Scout, 32, and Tallulah, 30, who he shares with Demi Moore, his wife from 1987 to 2000. WATCH: Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming celebrates daughter Evelyn Penn’s 10th birthday In honor of Evelyn’s special day, her mom Emma took to Instagram with a heartfelt tribute, sharing a round of photos and clips of her through the years highlighting her goofy personality and some special moments among the family. Some of the videos captures Evelyn horseback riding, at family dinners, cuddling up with her dog, during a recent vacation to Japan, and of course a sweet photo …

Rumer Willis opens up about Baby Lou’s relationship with grandfather Bruce Willis

Rumer Willis opens up about Baby Lou’s relationship with grandfather Bruce Willis

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Rumer Willis got real about Baby Louetta’s sweet bond with her grandfather Bruce Willis.  The 35-year-old mom gave an insight into how her father was doing amid his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. “He’s doing really good”, she said, adding: “I got to go over there to see Louetta today.” © @rumerwillis InstagramBruce photographed with baby Lou According to Rumer, her daughter “loves” going to see her grandfather which she thought was “so sweet”. “Louetta honestly is like the most-famous person in our family. Within my family, people will call and ask to have playdates just with her”, she clarified to People. “They’re like, ‘We don’t really want to see you, we’re just coming over to see Louetta.’ I’m like, ‘OK.’” Louetta turned one on April 18, with Rumer celebrating the moment on Instagram with photos of the mother-daughter duo with Bruce. She marked the occasion, writing: “Oh my tiny tender daughter, I CANT BELIEVE YOU ARE 1”. “This last year with you has been the best year of my life” she continued. “Lou I have never …

Rumer Willis Celebrates Daughter Louetta’s 1st Birthday With Precious Photos Featuring Dad Bruce

Rumer Willis Celebrates Daughter Louetta’s 1st Birthday With Precious Photos Featuring Dad Bruce

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Rumer Willis is commemorating her daughter’s first birthday with a heartfelt message and touching family photos. On Saturday, the actress and singer took to Instagram to celebrate Louetta’s big day by sharing a slideshow of snapshots — one of which featured her famous father, Bruce Willis. The collection of photos all showed her baby girl as she was held and doted over by loving family members — including the Die Hard star, who can be seen holding the birthday girl in his arms. “Oh my tiny tender daughter, I CANT BELIEVE YOU ARE 1,” Rumer wrote in the emotional caption. “This last year with you has been the best year of my life. Lou, I have never known a love like yours. You are the most delicious, most beautiful, smartest, funniest, sweetest girl I know.” “I can’t believe you choose me to be your mama oh my goodness. Every day you grow and learn more and you are my greatest teacher and my deepest love,” the adoring mom shared in the heartfelt missive. “You are a …

Tallulah Willis Reveals Austim Diagnosis

Tallulah Willis Reveals Austim Diagnosis

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Tallulah Willis revealed this week she was diagnosed with autism last summer, writing on Instagram that the discovery has “changed my life.” Willis, the youngest daughter of Bruce Willis and ex-wife Demi Moore, posted an old family video of herself as a child playing with her father’s ear while on a red carpet to Instagram on Saturday. “Tell me your [sic] autistic without telling me your [sic] autistic,” Willis captioned the post. In the comments section, she elaborated: “Actually this is the first time I’ve ever publicly shared my diagnosis,” she wrote. “Found out this summer and it’s changed my life.” Willis’ announcement is not the first time she has spoken candidly about her health. In an essay published in Vogue last summer, she reflected on her struggle with anorexia, which she said at the time she had dealt with for four years. “After getting sober at age 20, restricting food has felt like the last vice that I got to hold on to,” she wrote. “When I was 25, I was admitted to a …

Bruce Willis’ Wife Slams Rumors The Actor Has ‘No More Joy’ After Dementia Diagnosis

Bruce Willis’ Wife Slams Rumors The Actor Has ‘No More Joy’ After Dementia Diagnosis

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Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, says the “stupid headlines” about her husband’s life following his dementia diagnosis are “far from the truth”. In a clip posted to Instagram on Sunday, Emma said she had been “triggered” after an unnamed outlet reported that the Die Hard star has “no more joy” after his aphasia progressed to frontotemporal dementia (FTD). “I just got clickbaited. I’m just scrolling, minding my own business, and just saw a headline that had to do with my own family,” she began her video message on Instagram. “The headline basically says there is no more joy in my husband. Now, I can just tell you, that is far from the truth.” She continued: “Stop scaring people to think that once they get a diagnosis of some kind of neurocognitive disease that ‘That’s it. It’s over. Let’s pack it up. Nothing else to see here, we’re done.’ No. It is the complete opposite of that, okay?” Emma said despite experiencing “grief and sadness,” her family’s “new chapter” is filled with love, connection, joy …

Bruce Willis’ Wife Emma Heming Says Narrative There Is ‘No More Joy’ in Their Lives ‘Is Far From the Truth’

Bruce Willis’ Wife Emma Heming Says Narrative There Is ‘No More Joy’ in Their Lives ‘Is Far From the Truth’

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Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, says any insinuation that their lives are devoid of joy amid the Die Hard star’s dementia battle is “far from the truth.” On Sunday, the 45-year-old model took to her personal Instagram to share a video expressing her frustration after she was “clickbaited” by an article about her husband, 68, and their family while scrolling social media. “It’s Sunday morning and I’m triggered,” Emma says as she starts the video, explaining the “clickbait” article situation to her 925,000 followers. “The headline basically says there is no more joy in my husband. Now, I can just tell you, that is far from the truth.” Emma’s video is in reference to her husband’s February 2023 diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) — a condition connected to dementia that primarily affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain and impacts a personality’s personality, behavior and language, according to Mayo Clinic.  In the year since Bruce’s diagnosis, Emma — as well as Bruce’s older children  — have spent much of their time using their …

Wendy Williams diagnosed with same form of dementia as Bruce Willis

Wendy Williams diagnosed with same form of dementia as Bruce Willis

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former talk show host Wendy Williams has been diagnosed with the same form of dementia that actor Bruce Willis has, a statement released Thursday on behalf of her caretakers says. The statement said the 59-year-old’s diagnoses of primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia “have already presented significant hurdles in Wendy’s life” and have behavioral and cognitive impacts. “Wendy is still able to do many things for herself. Most importantly she maintains her trademark sense of humor and is receiving the care she requires to make sure she is protected and that her needs are addressed. She is appreciative of the many kind thoughts and good wishes being sent her way,” the statement attributed to her care team said. The statement on Williams’ health was issued on PR Newswire. A representative listed on the release, Jennifer Hanley, referred questions back to the statement when contacted by The Associated Press. The announcement came a day after a cover story in People magazine quoted Williams’ family about the nature of her struggles, ahead of …

Demi Moore Shares Advice For Those Caring For Loved Ones With Dementia

Demi Moore Shares Advice For Those Caring For Loved Ones With Dementia

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Demi Moore has some poignant words for families tending to a relative with dementia. The G.I. Jane star shared her advice last week while speaking with media personality Andy Cohen, after ex-husband Bruce Willis was diagnosed with aphasia — which affects communication and memory — and later with frontotemporal dementia. “I think the most important thing … is just to meet them where they’re at,” she told the US presenter on his SiriusXM show Radio Andy. “When you let go of who they’ve been or who you think they [should be] or who even you would like them to be, you can then really stay in the present, and take in the joy and the love that is present and there, for all that they are, not all that they’re not.” Chloë Sevigny, who appeared alongside Demi to promote the FX series Feud: Capote vs. the Swans, jumped in to lighten the mood, saying: “I’m going to use that when I go home and see my mum next. Not that she has dementia, but she …