Bruce Willis Family Is Soaking Up Every Moment With Him Amid His Dementia Diagnosis (Exclusive)

A Thanksgiving Full of Love for Bruce Willis and His Family

This Thanksgiving carried a deep emotional meaning for Bruce Willis’ family. The beloved actor, who is living with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), spent the holiday surrounded by those who love him most — his wife Emma Heming Willis, ex-wife Demi Moore, and their children.

Over the weekend, Bruce’s daughter Scout shared a touching video holding her father’s hand at the table. Another photo showed her gently pressing his palm against her face. “I’m grateful and thankful to know this kind of love,” Emma wrote in her own post, alongside a family throwback featuring Bruce, their daughters Mabel (11) and Evelyn (9), and his older children Rumer (35), Scout (32), and Tallulah (29).

United by Love and Strength

In 2022, the Willis family revealed that Bruce was stepping away from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia. The following year, they shared that his condition had developed into frontotemporal dementia. Since then, the family’s focus has been on Bruce’s comfort, happiness, and emotional wellbeing.

A close family friend told People magazine that the family is taking things one day at a time. “They make every day count,” the source said. “It’s all about love and togetherness.”

Living Close and Staying Connected

Those close to the family say they’ve created a strong circle of care. Bruce is surrounded daily by familiar faces — his wife, children, and even Demi Moore, who remains a close friend and co-parent.

“They’re all very supportive of one another,” said a family insider. “Everyone’s priority is Bruce. He’s always been the center of their family, and that hasn’t changed.”

Rumer Willis, now a mother herself, often brings her baby daughter, Louetta, to visit. “Rumer wants her daughter to grow up knowing her grandpa,” the insider added. “Those moments mean everything.”

Emma Heming Willis: Holding the Family Together

Emma Heming Willis has been open about the challenges and gratitude that come with caregiving. Earlier this year, she shared on social media that self-care is essential. “I do it for myself, for our two children, and for Bruce — because he would want me to keep living fully,” she wrote.

When she appeared on The Today Show, Emma spoke with honesty about life after Bruce’s diagnosis. “Dementia is difficult,” she said. “But there’s still so much love in our home.”

Cherishing Every Moment

The family continues to celebrate traditions that bring Bruce joy — music, old movies, and family meals. The holidays are especially meaningful. “They watch home videos, look through photo albums, and play songs that Bruce loves,” said one source. “It makes him smile, and that means the world.”

Demi Moore has also remained deeply involved. Known for her organization and warmth, she often helps coordinate gatherings so they feel calm and comforting. “Demi and Emma work beautifully together,” a family friend said. “They’ve built a space filled with peace, love, and memories.”

A Legacy of Love

Even as Bruce’s health changes, his humor and warmth still shine through. “When he’s around his kids, he lights up,” said a family friend. “That spark — that’s still there.”

The family hopes to continue raising awareness about dementia and supporting others facing similar challenges. They’ve spoken about finding purpose through compassion and connection.

As the Willis family gathers this season, their home is filled with gratitude — for love, for memories, and for the man who continues to inspire them every single day.

Bruce Willis may speak less now, but through his family’s devotion, his story keeps speaking to hearts around the world.