Bruce Willisa prominent figure in the film industry, faces a challenging battle with frontotemporal dementia, a disease that has a significant impact on his physical and cognitive health.
Concerns grew in recent days with the viral spread of a photo with his family on Thanksgiving Day and a moving video accompanying it shows the advanced state of his disease.
(Also read: Bruce Willis’ touching gesture towards his daughter Scout, who moved: “My boy”).
Born on March 19, 1955 in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, Willis began his journey into the world of dramatic art at Montclaire State College. He then traveled to New York (USA) and earned a living as a waiter while performing in the theater. His motto, “Live fast, die young and always wear clean underwear.”shaped his philosophy of life.
Willis made his film debut in “Blind Date,” a comedy alongside Kim Basinger, and then enjoyed success with “Fool for Love.” His filmography includes notable films such as “The Fifth Element”, “Armageddon”, “The Sixth Sense”, “Die Hard”among other things, established itself as a reference on the big screen.
Due to his first marriage to the famous actress Demi Moore, Willis is the father of Scout LaRue, Rumer and Tallulah. They were born in his second and current marriage to Emma Heming Mabel and Evelyn. Willis’ family is known for their closeness and support through the challenges he faces.
(Read more: The picture of Bruce Willis celebrating Thanksgiving with his family: “not the same”).
New video shows Bruce Willis’ worrying decline
Concerns about Bruce Willis’ health continue with each new update. To his 68 yearsThe actor’s decline is evident, especially in recent publications shared by his family.
In February This year it was revealed that Willis was suffering from it frontotemporal dementia, news that has deeply affected his family. Despite the difficult situation, they approach the illness with a positive and natural attitude.
Willis’ daughter Scout, 32, from his relationship with Demi Moore, shared an emotional video on Thanksgiving Day. In the shot, Willis is seen sitting without looking at the camera and holding his daughter’s hand. The publication bears the short sentence “My boy”.
The message “My boy” moved the followers, but also created excitement Concern over Willis’ rapidly deteriorating health. The comments on the post express love and support: “Our hero fights another battle, this time against dementia, and we love him more than ever.”. Other comments reflected recognition of Willis’ brilliant career: “He may not remember us, but we will always remember Bruce Willis as one of the greatest actors of all time.”
Scout later shared a photo from the same day in which she showed a tender gesture by gently resting her head on her father’s hand.
Aside from that, Rumer Willis, Bruce and Demi’s eldest daughter, shared a photo reminiscent of times past when her father could still hold her in his arms. However, it was the accompanying caption that moved many netizens: “I really miss my dad today,” which sparked emotional reactions and tears from those who were closely following the actor’s situation.
In the midst of this difficult reality The Willis family continues to receive expressions of affection and support from their followers. who hope the best for the beloved actor and fondly remember his contributions to the world of cinema.
(Interesting: Bruce Willis’ wife feels “guilty” about dealing with the actor’s dementia.)
Frontotemporal dementia: a silent battle and its manifestations
According to the “Universidad de los Andes”, it is found that this disease manifests itself when the neurons, i.e. the nerve cells of the brain, begin to suffer damage, Degeneration or death in the frontal and temporal lobes.
This leads to a weakening or reduction in size of these brain areas, which manifests itself in symptoms affecting various aspects such as: Behavior, personality, language and movement.
In this sense, frontotemporal dementia is a term that includes disorders resulting from degeneration of the frontal and temporal lobe areas of the brain.
On the other hand, neurologist Aristides Duque Samper, with more than three decades of experience at the Santa Fe Foundation in Bogotá, highlights frontotemporal dementia is particularly special when it manifests itself in younger people. According to the specialist, this disorder can lead to changes in behavior, behavior, movement and speech.
What behaviors are associated with frontotemporal dementia?
According to the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), frontotemporal disorders are divided into three categories, each with its own manifestations in those affected:
1. Behavioral variant of frontotemporal dementia:
-Behavioral symptoms: Changes in personality, behavior, emotions and judgment are observed.
– According to Dr. Duque patients may show aggression, irritability and sometimes apathy, combined with a marked disinterest in their daily life.
2. Primary progressive aphasia:
-Symptoms in language: There is a progressive decline in language, which can make speaking, understanding, reading and writing difficult.
-According to Dr. According to Dr. Duque, this form of frontotemporal dementia can have two characteristics: semantic difficulties, in which patients may know how to use an object but not name it, and difficulties in fluency, characterized by marked difficulty speaking by using only a few Terms. and make communication difficult.
3. Progressive motor impairment:
-Symptoms in movement: manifested by various difficulties in physical mobility, including problems in the use of one or more limbs, tremors, difficulty walking, frequent falls and lack of coordination.
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