Heart-breaking news, our thoughts go out to his family 💔
Willis’ family further explained the condition in an extended statement on the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration website in which they acknowledged frontotemporal dementia is a “cruel disease” and “can strike anyone”.“FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone,” their statement read.
“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.”to help others, and to raise awareness about important issues both publicly and privately. Willis has starred in hit films including the Die Hard series, Pulp Fiction, Armageddon, Moonrise Kingdom, 12 Monkeys and Looper.
“By choosing to speak publicly about his diagnosis, more awareness can be raised about FTD and hopefully it will encourage others to seek advice if they are experiencing concerns about their brain health.
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