Bruce Willis’s wife holds back tears as she gives heartfelt dementia update | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleHolly BishopWednesday 27 August 2025 09:33 BSTBruce Willis’s wife says actor’s ‘language is going’ as he battles dementiaBruce Willis's wife, Emma, has tearfully discussed her husband's dementia diagnosis, saying his brain is failing him.In an interview with Diane Sawyer, she explained that the family has had to adapt to Bruce’s condition and find new ways of communicating with him.She shared that she occasionally sees glimmers of the old Bruce, such as his hearty laugh or a twinkle in his eye.However, these moments are fleeting, and she said she finds it difficult to witness them disappear as quickly as they appear.Watch the video in full above.In fullBruce Willis’ wife fights back tears as she shares update on husband’s dementiaThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in