18 May 2023 , 11:26
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Bruce Willis ' wife has given a heartbreaking update on her husband.
Emma Heming Willis, 44, has revealed that treatment options for her 68-year-old husband are remarkably "slim".
The model and entrepreneur, who married Bruce in 2009, made the frank admission after watching Little Empty Boxes - a feature length documentary from Max Lugavere about his mother's life as she battles dementia.
"When you live the world of dementia you know that options are slim," Emma shared with fans on Instagram.
"But some won’t take that lying down which is how change is made, and I got to witness the beauty in that last night."
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Emma had attending a screening of the film and admitted the filmmaker's "love for his mother is powerful".
Bruce Willis retired from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia, a health condition that affects the ability to communicate (Getty Images)She continued: "His motivation to find answers from leading health experts is inspiring and then be so gracious to share that information is a true blessing."
And added: "Thank you Max for being so brave and vulnerable to share the journey and spotlighting the importance of brain health."
Emma's comments section was quickly filled with support including from the filmmaker Max Lugavere, who wrote, "You're a warrior, and I'm so proud to be in this fight with you."
And Bruce's ex-wife Demi Moore added: "Look forward to seeing it!"
A fan added: "Thank you for all your doing to help us understand more of how to deal with a loved one with Dementia."
Rumer Willis, Demi Moore, Bruce Willis, Scout Willis, Emma Heming Willis and Tallulah Willis (Getty Images for goop)Meanwhile, Demi has reportedly moved in with Bruce and Emma following the star's dementia diagnosis and his retirement from acting.
It's claimed she has moved in with the couple and their two younger daughters to try to ease the pressure as his condition worsens.
To celebrate Bruce's 68th birthday in March, all five of his daughters, Emma and Demi came together.
Bruce and Emma share two children together - Mabel, 11, and Evelyn, eight.
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Back in March the 68-year-old's family announced that his illness had progressed and he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia.
Bruce Willis celebrates his 68th birthday with his wife Emma Herring, daughter Evelyn Penn Willis, daughter Scout LaRue Willis, Bruce Willis, daughter Tallulah Willis, daughter Mabel Ray Willis, ex wife Demi Moore and Pregnant daughter Rumer WillisThe family released a group statement that said: "Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD).
"Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.
"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.
"Bruce always believed in using his voice in the world to help others, and to raise awareness about important issues both publicly and privately."