Bruce Willis and Emma Heming: 16 years of love amid struggle with dementia
Bruce Willis has enjoyed a blissful relationship with Emma Heming for 16 years. Their love blossomed quickly, leading to a wedding two years into their relationship. The couple has two daughters, Mabel, now 11, and Evelyn, currently nine.
12:32 PM EST, December 28, 2023
Bruce Willis' life underwent a significant shift when he was diagnosed with dementia. With the disease progressing, he was forced to terminate his acting career. Nowadays, he has difficulty recognizing some people who were once close to him. Throughout it all, his devoted wife has stayed by his side.
Bruce Willis and Emma Heming celebrate their 16th anniversary
Emma Heming and Bruce Willis crossed paths in 2005. At the time, she was romantically involved with businessman Brent Bolthouse. Two years later, their lives intersected again, and Willis took the model on their first date. Their shared history generated a profound love between them. Reflecting on the past 16 years, the actor's wife fondly recalls their journey.
"16 years with this incredible man. My love for him only grows stronger," Emma Heming posted on Instagram.
Emotional outpouring from Emma Heming on their anniversary day
With Bruce Willis in enforced retirement due to his medical condition, his wife has assumed the additional role of his caregiver. During challenging times, she seeks solace from her close ones. On a day filled with emotion, such as their anniversary, she confided in a friend over the phone, expressing her deep feelings.
"I just spoke to my friend on the phone. I was able to truly let myself cry." It's incredibly important to have someone trustworthy to share your feelings with, rather than suppressing them. But, holidays can be tough. Anniversaries can be tough, Emma Heming shared on her InstaStories.
