Bruce Willis is no longer ‘totally verbal’ due to dementia, reveals ‘Moonlighting’ creator

Bruce Willis Faces the Challenges of Dementia, Says Close Friend Glenn Gordon Caron
Struggling with Communication
Bruce Willis, the iconic actor known for his role in Die Hard, is facing difficulties in communication, according to his close friend and Moonlighting creator, Glenn Gordon Caron. Caron recently spoke to the New York Post about the actor’s ongoing struggle with dementia, revealing that Willis is “not totally verbal” anymore.

“My sense is the first one to three minutes he knows who I am,” Caron mentioned, emphasizing that Willis still recognizes him during their monthly meetings.

A Shift from the Past

Caron noted that the actor, who used to be an avid reader but kept it a secret, has stopped reading altogether. He added that while the essential characteristics that make Bruce Willis who he is are still intact, the zest for life or “joie de vivre” appears to be missing.

“When you’re with him, you know that he’s Bruce and you’re grateful that he’s there, but the joie de vivre is gone,” Caron lamented.

A Longstanding Friendship

Glenn Gordon Caron first collaborated with Willis on the television series Moonlighting, where Willis portrayed the character David Addison Jr. opposite Cybill Shephard’s Maddie Hayes from 1985 to 1989. Since then, Caron has maintained a close relationship with Willis, his current spouse Emma Heming Willis, and his three elder children from his previous marriage to Demi Moore.

“He loved life and … just adored waking up every morning and trying to live life to its fullest,” Caron reminisced.

Facing a Tough Diagnosis

 

In 2022, the family publicly announced that Willis was retiring from acting due to a diagnosis of aphasia, a condition affecting language skills. This year, they disclosed that his condition has progressed to dementia. During an appearance on the Today show, Emma Heming Willis spoke candidly about the impact of the diagnosis on their family.

“It’s hard on the person diagnosed, it’s also hard on the family. And that is no different for Bruce, or myself, or our girls,” she said, emphasizing that dementia is a “family disease.”

Related Posts

Wait Till You See How He Looks Now

Jelly Roll, the 39-year-old country singer and rapper famous for “Somebody Save Me,” has amazed fans with his health transformation, shedding over 100 pounds. Guided by his…

This scene is unedited. Check-out this throwback clip of Kandi from ‘Two & a Half Men’

Barron Trump shows his true colours as he comes face to face with Joe Biden

Barron Trump was seen greeting Joe Biden and Kamala Harris with a handshake after his father Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the…

Heartbreaking News for Michelle Obama Fans: A Devastating Loss

It is with deep sorrow that we share the heartbreaking news of Michelle Obama’s loss. The former First Lady, celebrated for her grace, resilience, and dedication to…

The Meaning Behind Shoes Strung Up On A Power Line

Though less common now, you’ve likely seen sneakers tied together and flung over power lines. I once assumed it was just a neighborhood prank, but various theories…

Going Full Bud Light”: Starbucks Faces Massive Backlash After “Disconcerting,” Woke Ad Surfaces

Starbucks India has faced massive backlash from the advertisement. Political commentator, Rukshan Fernando tweeted, “Starbucks facing a backlash in India after going full Bud Light. If saturating…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *