Bruce Willis: What to know about his diagnosis and retirement
‘Die Hard’ and ‘Pulp Fiction’ actor Bruce Willis ends his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia, his family announces.
Bruce Willis, who retired from acting last year amid his struggles with the brain disorder aphasia, has been diagnosed more specifically with frontotemporal dementia.
In a statement on Thursday, the 67-year-old star’s family said his “condition has progressed.”
“Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis,” the statement reads.
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Bruce Willis, who retired from acting last year due to aphasia issues, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, his family said Thursday.
Frontotemporal dementia is the most common form of dementia among adults under 60. After symptoms arise, the average life expectancy is seven to 13 years.
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By speaking out on his aphasia, the actor’s family reminds us all to make plans. We could one day be similarly afflicted.
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Willis’ wife, Emma Heming, thanked fans for support since revelation of the actor’s cognitive disorder, and daughter Scout said it’s been ‘surreal.’
The aphasia community hopes Bruce Willis’ diagnosis will help reduce the stigma of invisible illnesses and lead to better understanding of a condition that affects about 2 million Americans.
Progressive aphasia is frightening, but when it afflicts an actor who long displayed a quick wit and physical agility, it hits home in a visceral way.
‘Die Hard’ and ‘Pulp Fiction’ actor Bruce Willis ends his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia, his family announces.
Bruce Willis is the latest entertainment luminary to go public with an aphasia diagnosis. Others include Emilia Clarke and Sharon Stone.
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Legendary “Die Hard” and “Pulp Fiction” star Bruce Willis will end his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia.
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In interviews with The Times this month, nearly two dozen people who were on set with the actor expressed concern about Willis’ well-being.
