Demi Moore has provided a heartfelt update on her ex-husband Bruce Willis’ health as he continues his battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Speaking in an emotional interview with journalist Christiane Amanpour on CNN, the Ghost actress described Willis’ condition as “very stable,” while emphasizing the importance of finding love and joy in difficult circumstances.
The 69-year-old Die Hard icon, whose acting career has spanned decades, first revealed his health struggles in March 2022 when he was diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impairs communication. Later, his daughter Rumer shared that Willis had received a more specific diagnosis of FTD, a degenerative disease that affects the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes, impacting personality, behavior, language, and speech.
Moore, who shares three daughters with Willis—Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah—spoke candidly about how the family has adjusted to his diagnosis. “Given the givens, he’s in a very stable place at the moment,” she said. “It’s so important for anybody dealing with this to meet them where they’re at. From that place, there is so much love and joy.”
Despite their divorce in 2000, Moore and Willis maintained a close friendship, setting a powerful example of co-parenting and enduring family bonds. “We’ll always be a family, just in a different form,” Moore said, reflecting on the evolving dynamics within their blended family, which includes Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, and their two daughters, Mabel and Evelyn.
Moore acknowledged the emotional challenges of Willis’ condition but emphasized the moments of beauty and connection that have emerged. “Obviously, it’s very difficult, and it’s not what I would wish upon anyone. But there is great beauty and gifts that can come out of it.”
Willis, best known for blockbuster hits like Die Hard, Pulp Fiction, and The Sixth Sense, stepped away from acting following his diagnosis. Moore expressed gratitude for the family’s collective commitment to supporting Willis, saying, “It’s not just me. It requires everyone to come together, and I’m so grateful for that.”
Frontotemporal dementia, according to Dementia UK, is a progressive condition that currently has no cure, making the support of family and loved ones all the more crucial. Moore’s reflections highlight the strength of the Willis family as they navigate this challenging chapter with love and unity.
