Emma Heming-Willis stands up for her husband Bruce, who is living with frontotemporal dementia. She recently shared an emotional video on Instagram.
In early 2023, actor Bruce Willis’ family announced in a statement that he has frontotemporal dementia. Since then, his wife Emma Heming-Willis (45) has been by his side, supporting him and loving him unconditionally. On her Instagram account, Emma strives to raise awareness and advocate for her husband.
“This is a way for me and my family to reclaim our power,” the model explained in an emotional Instagram video in early June. She said that raising awareness helps her to “take my sorrow, my anger, and my sadness and turn it into something good.” She made this clear in an older video.
More about how Emma Heming-Willis is dealing with her husband Bruce’s illness can be found in the video above.
Bruce and Emma Willis: The adversity has brought them closer together
The couple has been married since 2009 and has two daughters together. The Hollywood star’s adversity has only brought them closer together. On the occasion of their 15th wedding anniversary in March, Emma shared a touching kissing photo. At the time, she wrote: “Our union and connection are probably stronger than ever. (…) I just love and adore the man I married!”
Bruce and Emma Willis Renew Wedding Vows – Touching Ceremony Shortly After His Diagnosis
Hollywood star Bruce Willis and his wife Emma Heming-Willis celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary by renewing their wedding vows. The ceremony took place at the original location of their 2009 wedding. In attendance at the solemn event were their shared children as well as Willis’ daughters from his marriage to Demi Moore (61). In a tearful ceremony surrounded by their blended family and friends, Bruce and Emma Willis reaffirmed their love for each other. Barefoot and in light summery white dresses, they exchanged rings under the open sky once again.
Rumer Willis, Bruce’s daughter, moved everyone present to tears as she sang. Unfortunately, the celebration became even more emotional. Shortly before, Bruce Willis had received the diagnosis of his dementia, which poses a daily challenge for him and his family. Emma Heming-Willis’ words emphasized the importance of family gatherings and holding onto beautiful memories, especially for those who may not be able to do so.
