Overview
- In a NewsNation interview aired Oct. 29, Heming Willis said her husband is unaware of his diagnosis, which she described as a feature of frontotemporal dementia rather than denial.
- She identified the return of Willis’s childhood stutter as the first sign she noticed before his FTD diagnosis.
- Heming Willis said a neurologist’s warning about caregiver health prompted her to prioritize self-care for the sake of their family.
- She reiterated that Willis lives in a nearby one-story residence with a full-time care team, a setup she says better supports his need for a calm environment.
- Clarifying misconceptions, she emphasized that FTD is not Alzheimer’s and said Willis still recognizes his family even as communication has become difficult.