Demi Moore Opens Up About Bruce Willis’ Dementia Journey — The Heartfelt Truth Behind Their Unbreakable Family Bond

In a heartfelt interview, Demi Moore has shared her reflections on her relationship with ex-husband Bruce Willis as he continues his battle with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). The actor, best known for his iconic roles in Die Hard and Pulp Fiction, was diagnosed with aphasia in 2022, a disorder that impacts communication abilities. In 2023, his family revealed that his condition had progressed to frontotemporal dementia, a devastating diagnosis that has brought significant challenges for Willis and his loved ones.

A Family United Through Adversity

In an interview with People, Moore, 62, was asked what she was most grateful for in her relationship with Willis, despite their separation in 2000 after nearly 13 years of marriage. Her response emphasized the enduring strength of their family bond. “That regardless of what the outside relationship has been, we have maintained being a family in various forms,” Moore said. “The foundation of making our children our priority has never wavered.”

Moore, who shares three daughters with Willis—Rumer, 36, Scout, 33, and Tallulah, 31—expressed gratitude for the unwavering family support they continue to provide each other, highlighting the importance of prioritizing their children. She also acknowledged the love and joy in her life, which she draws from her family and close-knit circle of friends, saying, “I feel really so lucky.”

Bruce Willis’s Dementia Journey

Willis’s journey with FTD has been difficult for the family, as the disease brings with it not only communication challenges but also the loss of other cognitive functions. The Willis family’s statement in 2023 made it clear that the diagnosis, though painful, brought relief in finally having a clear understanding of his condition. “FTD is a cruel disease that can strike anyone,” they wrote.

In December 2024, during an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, Moore spoke openly about how she has adapted to her ex-husband’s condition. “Given the givens, he’s in a very stable place at the moment,” she shared. “It’s so important for anybody who’s dealing with this to really meet them where they’re at. And from that place, there is such loving and joy.” While acknowledging the difficulties of Willis’s condition, Moore emphasized the beauty that can still be found in the moments they share together, despite the inevitable loss.

Rumer Willis on Her Father’s Condition

Rumer Willis, the eldest of the three daughters, also spoke publicly about her father’s health in February 2025, expressing optimism for his current state. “He’s doing great,” Rumer said on Loose Women, further reassuring fans and the public about her father’s stability. Despite the challenges of FTD, Rumer’s comments reflect a sense of hope and resilience within the family.

A Legacy of Co-Parenting and Support

Though Moore and Willis divorced over two decades ago, their strong co-parenting dynamic has remained a point of pride for their daughters. Rumer has spoken out about the positive foundation her parents created, particularly in how they handled their separation. “The thing I’m most grateful for is that even when they split up, they created such a beautiful foundation of prioritizing my sisters and I, that I never felt like I had to choose—they never played against each other,” she said. “We were a family, and we still are very much a family no matter what.”

The continued commitment to family, despite the personal and professional shifts they’ve experienced over the years, has become a hallmark of the Willis-Moore relationship. Both have remained dedicated to ensuring that their children feel supported, loved, and unified, regardless of the challenges life has thrown their way.

A Difficult Journey with Moments of Beauty

As Willis faces the painful progression of FTD, his family’s unwavering support is a testament to the strength of their bond. For Moore, the journey is bittersweet—marked by profound loss, but also moments of love, connection, and joy. In the face of a cruel disease, the resilience of the Willis family and their ability to cherish one another is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of family.