Demi Moore opens up about Bruce Willis's dementia journey
In a recent interview, Demi Moore discussed Bruce Willis's current condition and highlighted the importance of empathy when interacting with people suffering from dementia.
Bruce Willis is one of those actors who truly needs no introduction. The Hollywood star has appeared in numerous iconic films such as "Die Hard," "The Fifth Element," "Pulp Fiction," and "The Sixth Sense." Unfortunately, more attention has recently focused on the 69-year-old's health issues rather than his latest film projects. Last year, his family announced that he is battling an incurable form of dementia—frontotemporal dementia.
In the face of illness, Bruce Willis can rely on his family. He receives support from his wife, Emma Heming, who is 24 years younger, his daughters, and importantly, his ex-wife Demi Moore. Photos of Willis surrounded by loved ones frequently appear online.
Demi Moore reveals how Bruce Willis is feeling
The women in Willis's life regularly update the public on his well-being and share details about his condition. In a recent interview, while discussing the film "Substance," misogyny, and aging, Demi also mentioned her ex-husband, revealing his current state.
Given the givens, [Bruce Willis] is in a very stable place at the moment, she said during a CNN "Amanpour" interview.
Demi Moore on dementia
The actress also emphasized key aspects of caring for a loved one suffering from dementia.
And I've shared this before, but I really mean this so sincerely: It's so important for anybody who's dealing with this to really meet them where they're at. And from that place, there is such loving and joy, she pointed out.
She acknowledged the challenges involved:
It’s very difficult and not what I would wish upon anyone, and there is great loss – but there’s also great beauty and gifts that can come out of it.
Demi Moore on her relationship with Bruce Willis
The 62-year-old also spoke about her remarkable relationship with her former husband.
That has been very important to me even from when Bruce and I separated and divorced, is the recognition that we're a family, and we'll always be a family, just in a different form. And that form may kind of evolve and change, and there is a way in which we can all be in that form. And I'm grateful, 'cause it's not just me — it has to require everybody to be coming together. And it's lovely, she explained in an interview.
Is such an ex-wife a treasure?
Recall that Demi and Bruce divorced in 2000. From their 13-year marriage, they have three daughters: Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah. Last year, the eldest of their children became a mother.
