Bruce Willis, Announces Aphasia Diagnosis, and the End of His Acting Career.
'The Hollywood Reporter' reports that Bruce Willis will step away from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia.
Willis' family posted a statement on social media revealing that the actor suffers from the condition, which leads to the inability to understand or express speech.
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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, Willis family statment, via Instagram.
As a result of this and with much consideration, Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him, Willis family statment, via Instagram.
The 67-year-old star was first known as a comedic TV actor, most notably for his role in the series 'Moonlighting,' which ran from 1985 to 1989.
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He won an Emmy for the role in 1987.
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In 1988, Willis had his breakthrough role in the original 'Die Hard' movie, which launched his film career that has spanned over 30 years.
In 1988, Willis had his breakthrough role in the original 'Die Hard' movie, which launched his film career that has spanned over 30 years.
This is a really challenging time for our family, and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support, Willis family statment, via Instagram.
We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him, Willis family statment, via Instagram.
As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that.
Love, Emma, Demi, Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel, & Evelyn, Willis family statment, via Instagram
