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Emma Heming Willis Says Bruce Willis Is Unaware of His Dementia Because of Anosognosia

She reports he still recognizes family members, receiving round-the-clock care in a nearby home.

Overview

  • In a January 28 Conversations with Cam podcast, Emma Heming Willis said Bruce Willis “never connected the dots” about his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.
  • She attributed his lack of awareness to anosognosia, describing it as a neurological symptom of dementia that is often mistaken for denial.
  • Heming Willis said he remains engaged with loved ones and clarified that his condition has affected language more than behavior.
  • She reiterated that Willis now lives in a separate residence with 24/7 caregivers, a decision made to support their daughters’ daily life and his care needs.
  • Willis retired from acting in 2022 after an aphasia diagnosis and was diagnosed with FTD in 2023, as Emma has taken on a public caregiving advocacy role, including a 2025 book.