Bruce Willis' daughter, Rumer Willis, provides an update on her father's health amid his ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia. She emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are and finding joy in the present moment.
Rumer Willis, the daughter of renowned actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, recently provided an update on her father's health following his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia. In an interview with Fox News Digital, Rumer expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support the family has received during this challenging time.
"He's great. Yeah, yeah, doing OK. Thank you so much for asking," Rumer said at the premiere of her new film, "My Divorce Party," at the 24th Annual Beverly Hills Film Festival.
Rumer Willis Shares Update on Father Bruce Willis' Dementia Battle
Rumer acknowledges the profound impact her father's diagnosis has had on the family, but she also finds solace in the unwavering support they have received from loved ones. "I think, for me, through this experience, what's been so incredible is my dad is so beloved, and that's been so evident in the transparency with which we've been sharing," she explained.
The Willis family's decision to publicly share their journey with frontotemporal dementia has been a conscious one, driven by their desire to raise awareness and provide hope to others who may be facing similar circumstances. "And I think if there's any way sharing our experience brings hope — whatever comes forward as a family — that can have an effect and bring any sort of hope, comfort to someone else experiencing that, then to me, that's … everything."
Rumer Willis Shares Update on Father Bruce Willis' Dementia Battle
Rumer's approach to coping with her father's illness is rooted in the belief that it is essential to meet people where they are, rather than holding on to expectations or idealized versions of who they were once. "What I say to my kids is you meet them where they're at. You don't hold on to who they were or what you want them to be, but who they are in this moment," Moore explained. "And from that, there is such beauty and joy and loving and sweetness."
The blended Willis family, which includes Bruce's ex-wife Demi Moore, their daughters Rumer, Scout, and Talullah, and his wife Emma Heming Willis and their two daughters Mabel and Evelyn, has remained incredibly close and supportive throughout this challenging time. Moore frequently visits Bruce and spends time with their family in Los Angeles. "When I'm in LA, I go over every week, and I really treasure the time that we all share," she said.
Rumer Willis Shares Update on Father Bruce Willis' Dementia Battle
In the face of adversity, the Willis family has found strength and unity. They continue to celebrate life's milestones together, such as holidays and birthdays, and they make a conscious effort to create as many joyful memories as possible. Rumer's heartfelt words and the family's unwavering commitment to each other serve as a testament to the enduring power of love and the importance of finding joy in the present moment.
