Demi Moore recently shared an update on her ex-husband Bruce Willis’ ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), offering insight into how the actor is doing. Speaking at the 2024 Hamptons International Film Festival on October 13, Moore, 61, spoke about Bruce’s condition and her approach to his illness.
“The disease is what it is, and you have to come to a deep acceptance of that,” Moore said during an event where she was honored with the Career Achievement in Acting Award. “But for where he’s at, he is stable.” Bruce, 69, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in February 2023, news shared publicly by his wife, Emma Heming Willis.
Moore and Willis were married from 1987 to 2000 and share three daughters: Rumer, 36, Scout, 33, and Tallulah, 30. Moore emphasized the importance of adjusting to the present reality rather than holding on to the past. “I always encourage people to meet them where they are,” she said. “When you cling to what was, it’s a losing battle. But when you show up for them as they are now, there’s a lot of beauty and sweetness in that.”
Moore also mentioned a recent visit to Bruce, where she brought their granddaughter, Rumer’s daughter, Luetta, 17 months. “I was there two days ago with Luetta,” Moore shared, stressing the importance of cherishing the time they have together.
Bruce’s diagnosis came after it was revealed in March 2022 that he had been suffering from aphasia, a condition affecting language and communication. As Bruce’s health has progressed, his family, including his two younger daughters with Emma—Mabel, 12, and Evelyn, 10—have come together as a source of strength. In December 2023, a source told Us Weekly that Bruce had been having more challenging days. “There are more bad days than good, but this experience has brought the family closer together,” the source said, adding that everyone is treasuring their moments with Bruce.
Bruce’s daughters have been open about their visits with him. Tallulah spoke about their strong connection in an interview with E! News in August 2024, saying, “Our visits are filled with so much love. That connection is what matters most to me.” Similarly, Rumer expressed her love for her father in a heartfelt Instagram post that same month, writing, “He is great. I love him so much.”
Frontotemporal dementia, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a group of brain disorders that primarily impact the frontal and temporal lobes, which are associated with personality, behavior, and language. Despite the challenges, Bruce’s family remains united, showing unwavering love and support for him as they navigate his health journey together.
