Bruce Willis' wife opens up emotionally about learning his diagnosis: 'I was so panicked' (video)
Bruce Willis’ wife tearfully spoke about his illness (screenshot)
Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming, openly talked about her husband's illness. She clearly remembers the day she heard the news of his diagnosis, reports ABC News.
How Willis' wife reacted to his diagnosis
In a conversation with Diane Sawyer, she admitted that she remembers every moment when she learned about her beloved’s incurable disease.
"I was so panicked. I just remember hearing it and ... just not hearing anything else. It was like I was free-falling," she recalled, barely holding back tears.
In 2022, Bruce ended his career due to aphasia, a disorder that leads to loss of language functions. In 2023, the family announced that he was diagnosed with a rare type of dementia, which affects personality and can change behavior.
Since then, Emma has openly spoken about the challenges of caring for loved ones with such an illness and the importance of family support.
Willis' wife on his illness (screenshot from the video)
When asked by the journalist what love means to her, Emma shared touching words.
"Love is beautiful. It's grand. It's unconditional. I am so lucky to feel the love," she said.
In a clip from the upcoming interview, airing on August 26, viewers can see rare footage of Bruce with his wife and younger daughters, as well as the most significant moments of his career.
What is known about Willis' personal life
The actor has three adult daughters—Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah—from his marriage to actress Demi Moore. He married Heming in 2009. The couple has daughters Mabel and Evelyn.
In 2024, the star's wife also announced the release of her book, "The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path," which will be published on September 9.
Bruce and Emma (photo: instagram.com/emmahemingwillis)
Older children and his ex-wife, Demi Moore, help care for him; she has often shared family photos.
Earlier, the media also reported a decline in Willis' health. However, later, his wife hinted in an Instagram story that the rumors should not be trusted.
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore (photo: instagram.com/demimoore)
