Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with a serious dementia condition, sparking an outpouring of concern and sorrow. The news, which was announced by his family, has prompted UK charities to say they are “hugely thankful” to his family for publicly sharing his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, as it will help raise awareness of the condition.
The announcement by the 67-year-old Hollywood actor’s family will help “shine a light” on the disease, also known as FTD, and “encourage others to seek advice”, the charities said. Last year Willis’s family revealed he had been diagnosed with the cognitive condition aphasia, and would be stepping back from his acting career.
In a post shared on Instagram on Thursday, his daughter, Rumer, offered an update on her father’s health. She confirmed his condition had “progressed” and he had been given the “more specific” diagnosis of FTD.
