Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, has opened up about when she first sensed something was off with the action star. Married since 2009, Emma recalls noticing Bruce’s hearing loss, which she initially tied to his iconic role in Die Hard. On set, Bruce fired a gun under a table multiple times without ear protection, damaging a significant portion of his hearing.
At first, Emma believed miscommunication was caused by his hearing problems. However, over time she realized Bruce was “checking out” during conversations, a behavior later identified as a symptom of frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
Emma’s new book, Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path, reflects on her caregiving experience. She emphasizes the importance of caregivers trusting their instincts and advocating for their loved ones when they notice changes in behavior or cognition.
