Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming marks their 18th anniversary amid veteran actor’s dementia battle

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Emma Heming, Bruce Willis‘ wife, posted a sweet message on Instagram Tuesday marking 18 years since they first started dating.

The 47-year-old model recently opened up about difficult holiday experiences while her 70-year-old actor husband battles dementia, and she shared a heartwarming old photo of the two of them together.

A small smile touched her lips as he softly kissed the side of her head.

Heming wrote in a heartfelt message that 18 years ago, this person became her boyfriend. She remembers a single kiss on her head feeling like a perfect, timeless moment, and expressed how grateful she is to experience such a loving relationship, adding a blue heart emoji.

The couple first met in 2007 and were later seen on public outings together the following year. 

I always love hearing about beautiful island weddings! Bruce Willis and Emma Heming celebrated their love in Turks and Caicos back in 2009, and they’ve built a wonderful family since then. They’re parents to two adorable daughters, Mabel, who’s 13, and Evelyn, who’s 11.

In March, Heming marked both her sixteenth wedding anniversary and shared a celebratory post on social media.

Today is our 16th anniversary. We’ve experienced incredible joy and faced difficult challenges together, and through everything, we’ve created a lasting relationship.

She expressed profound gratitude for their past and future together, describing their connection as one built on unwavering, unconditional love.

It absolutely broke my heart when I heard Bruce Willis was stepping away from acting in 2022. At first, they said it was aphasia, and I was already so worried. Then, last year, his family shared the devastating news that it had actually become frontotemporal dementia. It’s just… awful. He’s such a legend, and to see him battling this… it’s incredibly tough to process.

This August, news surfaced that the Pulp Fiction actor has relocated to a nearby home where he receives around-the-clock care, while still maintaining a primary residence.

Earlier this month, Hemingway published an essay called “The Holidays Look Different Now” on her website.

The holidays often make us reflect on our past, present, and expectations, showing us who we were, who we are now, and what we hoped things would be like.

She explained that seeing a loved one with dementia recognize themselves in a mirror can be particularly touching and meaningful.

Things we used to do without thinking now take a lot of effort and preparation. And experiences that once made us happy can now be overshadowed by sadness.

As someone who’s navigated life’s ups and downs, I truly believe that even when things are tough, you can still find warmth and joy. It’s about actively seeking out those little moments and holding onto them, even amidst the challenges. That’s what I always tell people – don’t let hardship steal your happiness!

Hemingway also pointed out that it’s important to allow yourself to grieve, even for someone who is still alive but with whom you have a close relationship.

Grief isn’t limited to experiences with death. It also arises from any kind of significant change, especially the uncertain losses that those providing care often face. It’s the painful understanding that life won’t continue as it once was.

You know, when something truly ends – a relationship, a job, a way of life – it’s not just the thing itself you miss. It’s the everyday stuff that disappears with it. I’m talking about the little routines, the comfortable chats, the roles you played without even thinking. It’s those familiar pieces, the ones you never pictured losing, that really hit you when they’re gone.

Bruce Willis has three daughters from his marriage to Demi Moore: Rumer, 37, Scout, 34, and Tallulah, 31.

The Hollywood star’s family revealed in 2023 that he has frontotemporal dementia, a type of dementia.

Friends and family of Bruce Willis posted a photo on Instagram and expressed their thanks for the outpouring of love and support he’s received as he deals with health challenges.

We’re sharing an update about our husband, father, and friend now that we have a better understanding of what he’s going through.

Following our announcement in spring 2022 that Bruce was diagnosed with aphasia, his health has changed. We now know he has frontotemporal dementia, also known as FTD.

Bruce is dealing with a serious illness, and difficulty communicating is just one of the problems he’s experiencing. Though it’s upsetting, his family is glad to finally understand what’s causing his symptoms.

As a longtime supporter of research into frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, I’ve always known it as a devastating illness. My heart aches knowing that those closest to patients often describe it as incredibly cruel, and sadly, there’s still no cure or effective treatment available. It’s a truly heartbreaking situation for everyone involved.

The statement ended by saying Bruce has always been a positive and joyful person, and he’s shared that happiness with everyone around him. It’s been wonderful to see that kindness returned to him and to all who know him.

We are deeply touched by all the love and support you’ve shown our husband, father, and friend, Bruce, during this challenging time. Your kindness and understanding will help us ensure he continues to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Last November, Rumer Willis, Bruce Willis’ oldest daughter, revealed that her father sometimes doesn’t remember who she is when she comes to visit.

In an Instagram Q&A, she shared how happy and grateful she was to still be able to hug him.

The actress shared how much it means to her to hug her loved one, knowing that even if he doesn’t remember her, they both still feel the love between them.

It’s comforting to know there’s still a connection with him, and that he appreciates my affection. It feels good to know he still feels loved.

When asked about her father’s health, Rumer said he’s doing as well as can be expected given his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia.

I’m not sure how to answer that positively. The usual ways of measuring success just don’t seem to apply right now.

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2025-12-31 06:19