Bruce Willis’ Family Announces He’s Been Diagnosed with ‘A Cruel Disease That Many of Us Have Never Heard Of’
The family of legendary film star Bruce Willis announced on Thursday that the actor has officially been diagnosed with dementia following his retirement last spring. An initial diagnosis of aphasia abruptly ended a…
The family of legendary film star Bruce Willis announced on Thursday that the actor has officially been diagnosed with dementia following his retirement last spring.
An initial diagnosis of aphasia abruptly ended a storied career that spanned decades and generated numerous hit films.
In a statement, those closest to the 67-year-old said his condition has worsened into frontotemporal dementia.
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“Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces,” the family said.
The statement called FTD “a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone.”
“For people under 60, FTD is the most common form of dementia, and because getting the diagnosis can take years, FTD is likely much more prevalent than we know,” the statement said.
“Today there are no treatments for the disease, a reality that we hope can change in the years ahead. As Bruce’s condition advances, we hope that any media attention can be focused on shining a light on this disease that needs far more awareness and research.”
The family noted that