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Bruce Willis faces significant cognitive decline due to dementia
Reports indicate that actor Bruce Willis is experiencing a significant decline in his mental and cognitive abilities due to frontotemporal dementia. Sources close to the 71-year-old star describe him as living in his own world, noting that he sometimes exhibits childlike curiosity when observing objects, despite maintaining the physical appearance of a healthy middle-aged man.
Since his initial aphasia diagnosis in 2022 and subsequent frontotemporal dementia diagnosis in 2023, Willis has faced increasing difficulties with speech and communication. He reportedly experiences long pauses during conversations as he struggles to find words, a condition that has also resurfaced a childhood stutter.
His wife, Emma Heming Willis, manages his 24-hour professional care, which reportedly costs more than 30,000 USD per month. The expenses are being covered by Willis's estimated 250 million USD fortune, as health insurance does not cover the full extent of the necessary specialized assistance. While his Hollywood social circle has reportedly diminished, his family, including his daughters and former wife Demi Moore, remains actively involved in his support.
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Bruce Willis · Daily Mail · Demi Moore · Emma Heming Willis · Hollywood
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Frontotemporal dementia was confirmed in February 2023. brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The monthly cost of assistance is more than US$ 30,000. www.osul.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Willis's estimated net worth is US$ 250 million. brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Willis was diagnosed with aphasia in March 2022. brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Emma Heming Willis manages the actor's finances. brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Bruce Willis incurs monthly care expenses exceeding R$ 165,000. www.osul.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br
- [● 3 SOURCES] Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). www.osul.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br · dioguinho.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The actor requires 24-hour professional care. www.osul.com.br · brasilemfolhas.com.br