The actor Bruce Willis retired from acting after diagnosis aphasiaa condition that impairs cognitive and communication skills, her family revealed on social media.
“We would like to announce that our dear Bruce has been experiencing health issues of late was diagnosed with aphasia, which affects his cognitive abilities‘ his daughter Rumer Willis wrote on Instagram, where he explains that ‘as a consequence and after careful consideration’ the Die Hard actor ‘will be retiring from a career that has meant so much to him.’
Willis’ daughter admitted these are “very difficult” times for the family and she wanted to share them with fans because they know how much the actor means to them.
“As Bruce always says, ‘Live it,’ and together we plan to do just that,” concludes the young woman in the post, which she shares with the actor’s ex-wife, Demi Moore, and their daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah signs as his current wife, Ema, and their daughters, Mabel and Evelyn.
The news comes shortly after Bruce Willis turned 67 on March 19, when his ex, actress Demi Moore, honored him with a post on his social media. “Grateful for our extended family,” she wrote alongside a photo of the actor on the occasion.
What is aphasia?
According to the Mayo Clinic, aphasia is a neurological syndrome that significantly impairs the ability to communicate.
Those who suffer from it usually have it Difficulty expressing and understanding your thoughts or finding words.
According to the National Institutes of Health, this is estimated in the United States More than a million people suffer from aphasia and that about 180,000 acquire it each year.
Warning signs include: vision problems, sudden headache, sudden confusion, or trouble speaking and understanding.
Is there a cure for Bruce Willis’ aphasia?
While there is no cure for aphasia and these communication problems are often long-lasting, the National Aphasia Association advises that most people get better with time, especially if they attend speech therapy.
Family support is often a crucial component in treating aphasia, as everyone must learn how best to communicate with their loved one.
