Willis’ wife further explained that her husband’s lack of awareness is not denial, but rather a symptom in which the brain cannot understand the illness, a common aspect of FTD. The story added that Willis stepped away from acting in 2022 following an aphasia diagnosis, a disorder that impairs communication abilities. “Bruce would want that for our daughters,” Heming told Sawyer. Emma Heming Willis continues to manage his care, emphasizing that he is loved and supported. Throughout the years, the actor’s family has been open about the challenges of his condition.