Emma Heming Willis recently disclosed that her husband, Bruce Willis, has moved to a separate house as he continues to battle frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This relocation occurred amid efforts to provide him with the specialized care that his condition now requires. At 70 years old, the Die Hard star no longer resides with Emma and their two daughters, Mabel, 13, and Evelyn, 11.
Details on Bruce Willis’ Living Arrangement and Family Adjustments
Emma explained in the ABC special Emma & Bruce Willis: The Unexpected Journey that Bruce now lives in a single-story home, accompanied by round-the-clock caregivers. This change was made to address the evolving nature of his disease and the level of attention he needs.
In her book, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path, Emma described the emotional moment when she informed their daughters about Bruce’s move to the second home.
“We’ve come to a point in Daddy’s disease where the care he requires is changing. It has to be more tailored to his every need,”
I told them.
“And you should be in a home that is more tailored to your needs now,”
Emma wrote, via TooFab.
“Also, Daddy would want you to have playdates, sleepovers, and more freedom than you’ve been able to have here. That would make him so happy.”
Emma said she assured the girls that Bruce’s new location would serve as a second home, stocked with many of their personal belongings.
She further described the space as
a place they’d keep personal things like toys, arts and crafts supplies, bathing suits, pjs, and games, and that we could go stay with him anytime they wanted.
Emotional Impact of Bruce Willis’ Move on His Family
Despite the necessity of the decision, Emma admitted the separation was difficult for the family. She emphasized that the move prioritizes Bruce’s safety and well-being, as well as the children’s ability to live more freely.
“Even though they’d lived with his disease for so long that they understood, and even though this decision ensures Bruce’s overall well-being and safety and allows our young children to thrive, it was an uncertain and painful time for us,”
Emma explained.
“In fact, it’s still painful for me. After all, this is my husband, and having him in another home was not part of the future we’d mapped out together. You really can’t dream this stuff up.”
Updates from Bruce Willis’ Family Amid His Ongoing Health Battle
In addition to Emma’s account, Bruce Willis’ ex-wife, Demi Moore, recently shared an update on the actor’s condition during an interview. The family continues to manage the challenges posed by his dementia diagnosis as they focus on his care and quality of life.
