Bruce Willis Refrains from Acting Amid Health Issues, Family Announce

Bruce Willis’ family declared he is 67 years old today. Hard, Armageddon AND pulp Fiction The star is “stepping away” from acting due to health issues. Chief among these is aphasia, a condition that “improves communication skills,” according to the Mayo Clinic. This can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both orally and in writing.” It is usually caused by a stroke or head injury.

Willis has about half a dozen projects completed or under construction but not yet completed. paradise citywho will find it pulp Fiction John Travolta’s constellation for the first time in almost three decades.

Producer Randall Emmett, who has worked with Willis (much more often) over the years, shared his thoughts on the announcement with Deadline.

“Bruce and I have worked together on more than 20 films. “He’s a great actor and legendary action star, a great father and a close friend,” Emmett said. “I fully support Bruce and his family at this difficult time and admire their courage to tackle this incredibly difficult medical condition. Bruce will always be a member of our family.

His wife Emma Heming, ex-wife Demi Moore and their daughter Rumer posted a message on Instagram that Willis broke up with the actor. Signed by all the children of Willis and Hemingway.

Here is the full text:

Wonderful Bruce fans as a family wanted to share with us that our beloved Bruce has health issues and has been diagnosed with aphasia affecting his cognitive abilities. As a result, and with great observance, Bruce is walking away from a career that meant so much to him.
This is a really difficult time for our family and we are so grateful for your continued love, compassion and support. We continue to do this as a strong family unit and we wanted to engage his fans because we know how much he means to you and what you mean to him.
“Live” as Bruce always says and we plan to do it together.
Love,
Emma, ​​Demi, Rumer, Scout, Talula, Maybel and Evelyn