Key takeaways:
- Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD)
- His family thanked the public for their support
- They asked for continued support and understanding as Willis continues to battle the disease
Actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), his family said in a statement Thursday. The 67-year-old “Die Hard” star was diagnosed with the disease after his prior diagnosis of aphasia progressed, according to the statement posted on the website of the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration.
“FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone,” the family’s statement read. “While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.”
The statement was shared by Willis’ ex-wife, Demi Moore, and thanked the public for their support. “Your generosity of spirit has been overwhelming, and we are tremendously grateful for it,” the family said.
In spring 2022, Willis’ family announced that he was “stepping away” from his acting career as a result of his aphasia diagnosis. Since then, his condition has progressed, leading to the diagnosis of FTD.
The family asked for continued support and understanding as Willis continues to battle the disease. “We are hopeful that with the continued support of family, friends, and fans, Bruce will be able to manage the symptoms of FTD and continue to live a meaningful life,” the statement concluded.
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