Retired American actor, producer, and musician Bruce Willis celebrates his birthday this Wednesday, March 19. 70 years old.
According to his daughter, Rumer Willis, is celebrating this birthday in a good mood, despite his battle against the demencia frontotemporal (FTD), a disease that affects behavior and communication.
"That's great, thanks for asking. She's turning 70 tomorrow, so please give her a big shout-out!" Rumer said, FemaleFirst reported when asked on her Instagram account.
In February 2022, Willis was diagnosed with aphasia, a disorder that affects language and makes it difficult to speak, write, and understand. Later, in 2023, his condition evolved into frontotemporal dementia, a disease that has significantly impacted his memory and recognition of their loved ones.
Bruce currently resides in a mansion in Brentwood Park, Los Angeles, USA, adapted to his needs.
Willis's family has been an essential support during this difficult process. His wife, Emma Heming, and daughters Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel, and Evelyn, have been by his side. His ex-wife, Demi Moore, has also shown his unconditional support, with whom he maintains a close relationship and actively participates in his care.
Willis has been a pioneer today, with the sale of rights to your image for use with artificial intelligence (AI).
His most iconic films
Bruce's career began in the television industry in the 1980s. He has played comedic, dramatic, and action roles. His breakthrough came a year later with the film: Die Hard (1988).
He is known for his portrayal of the officer John McClane in the Die Hard saga, which received critical acclaim and considerable box office receipts since the first film's release in 1988.
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He has also appeared in over sixty films, including box office hits such as Pulp Fiction, Sin City, Twelve Monkeys, The fifth element, Armageddon, The Sixth Sense, The protected, Glass, Looper, Lucky Number Slevin the The Expendables.
The films in which Willis has appeared have managed to add up $7.5 billion at box office worldwide, making him one of the most profitable actors in a starring or supporting role.
For his performances, he has received several awards, including two Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe and four Saturn Awards.
