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Bruce Willis | Source: Getty Images
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Fans Want Bruce Willis Left Alone after His Daughter Showed a Photo Holding His Hand: ‘So Painful to See’

Taitirwa Sehliselwe Murape
Nov 27, 2023
02:45 P.M.
  • One of the daughters of Hollywood legend Bruce Willis shared a touching post to her social media account where she is seen holding her dad's hand amid his ongoing battle with dementia.
  • Many fans had strong emotional reactions to seeing Scout LaRue Willis and her dad and expressed their desire for Bruce to be left alone.
  • The "Die Hard" star's wife spoke out about what she has learned about his dementia.
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Beloved Hollywood icon Bruce Willis, 68, has been bringing joy to people across the globe for countless years. His illustrious career, which boasts many accolades and achievements, centers him as a prominent legend within the entertainment industry and among his many loyal fans.

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Bruce Willis at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards in New York City on November 10, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Bruce Willis at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards in New York City on November 10, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Sadly, as many know, Bruce has been facing a serious health battle ever since he was diagnosed initially with aphasia, which his family announced in spring last year. His condition then progressed into frontotemporal dementia (FTD).

Bruce Willis speaking during the 17th Annual Hollywood Film Awards in Beverly Hills, California on October 21, 2013  Source: Getty Images

Bruce Willis speaking during the 17th Annual Hollywood Film Awards in Beverly Hills, California on October 21, 2013 Source: Getty Images

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As reported by a statement made by the "Pulp Fiction" star's family, though Bruce suffers from more than one symptom, struggling with communication was highlighted in the informative message about his condition. A part of the statement that one of Bruce's daughters, Rumer Willis, posted on behalf of their entire family reads:

"Our family wanted to start by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, support and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce's original diagnosis..."

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In a similar fashion and in addition to expressing gratitude for the abundant support of Bruce, the actor's loving wife, Emma Heming Willis, opened up about what she has since learned about her husband's ailment. Earlier this month, Emma shared life lessons learned in the hopes of helping others whose lives may be burdened by FTD.

Emma Hemming Willis and Bruce Willis at the National Board Of Review Gala in New York City on January 6, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Emma Hemming Willis and Bruce Willis at the National Board Of Review Gala in New York City on January 6, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

The first lesson speaks to how she found strength in a community of people who can relate to her story. Lesson two is all about finding empowerment through spreading awareness about the disease, which is a cause close to Emma and their family's hearts.

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Emma then highlighted the imperative of research as lesson three, while lesson four explored how one finds meaning along the FTD journey. Lesson six is all about maintaining hope, while lesson five may be one of the most important steps of all, and that is to give back to others who are also suffering:

"I struggle with guilt, knowing that I have resources that others don't...At the same time, I see that what I share matters to others who may be struggling, and in a small way makes them feel seen and understood..."

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Scout LaRue Willis Shared an Endearing Post of Her and Her Dad, and Fans Had Strong Emotional Reactions

Recently, one of Bruce's daughters, Scout LaRue Willis, shared a heartwarming post of her and her dad on her social media account. In the post she published to her Instagram Story, Scout and Bruce were seen holding hands.

Bruce and Scout Willis holding hands posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

Bruce and Scout Willis holding hands posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

Later in the story, Bruce caresses his daughter's head as she lays it on his right hand. Though Scout is beaming as she records her and her father's exchange, Bruce doesn't look at the camera directly and has a somewhat distant look on his face.

Bruce and Scout Willis holding hands posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

Bruce and Scout Willis holding hands posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

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When people saw Scout's father-daughter post, many reacted with strong emotions. Of seeing Bruce with his daughter, one fan remarked:

"Also the look in his face is devastating. I hate that he has to go through this. So painful to see..."

Bruce and Scout Willis posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

Bruce and Scout Willis posted on November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/scoutlaruewillis

User comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

User comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

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Fan comment about Bruce and Scout Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce and Scout Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

User comment about Bruce Willis and his family, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

User comment about Bruce Willis and his family, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

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While others sent well wishes and blessings his way in addition to citing their sorrow for seeing Bruce the way he is, others strongly felt that Scout and her other family members should stop posting pictures of Bruce amid his dementia. In this regard, a user commented:

"Stop posting pics of your Dad!"

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Fan comment about Bruce Willis and his daughters, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis and his daughters, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Fan comment about Bruce Willis, dated November 26, 2023 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Although some went on about him needing privacy, including from public posts made about him, other fans expressed that they enjoy seeing Bruce's daughters smile and spend time with him.

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