Actor Bruce Willis is “stepping away” from his profession after being identified with aphasia, his household stated on Wednesday.
In a genuine Instagram post, Rumer Willis, the oldest child of Demi Moore and Willis, shared that her dad’s medical diagnosis “is impacting his cognitive abilities.”
“To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities,” she composed, which was likewise signed by other family members: Emma, Demi, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel and Evelyn.
Moore likewise shared the post on her Instagram page.
“As a result of this and with much consideration Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him.”
Aphasia “is a condition that robs you of the ability to communicate. It can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written,” according to the Mayo Clinic.
It most typically develops after a stroke or brain injury, though can likewise begin more slowly to due the development of a brain growth or a degenerative illness.
The household did not state what the cause remains in Willis’ case. They composed that it is “a really challenging time” for them, however that they are “moving through this as a strong family unit.”
“As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that,” the Instagram post concludes.
The news comes simply weeks after Bruce Willis commemorated his 67 th birthday. Moore shared a picture wanting Bruce Willis a pleased birthday on March 19, composing she is “Thankful for our blended family.”
