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Bruce Willis' wife says it's 'hard to know' if he understands dementia diagnosis amid recent public appearances

  • Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a degenerative brain disease affecting behavior, language, and movement.
  • His wife Emma Heming Willis described the challenges of dementia for both Willis and their family in a tearful interview.
  • It's unclear if Willis comprehends his diagnosis, as dementia can impede self-awareness.
  • Willis retired from acting in 2022 and was recently spotted out in public for the first time since his diagnosis was announced.
  • His family aims to raise awareness about dementia and provide support for other families facing it.
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