Demi Moore & Bruce Willis' Red-Haired Granddaughter Makes a Rare Appearance, Sparking Talks on Who She Looks Like
Rumer Willis recently enchanted followers with a delightful glimpse of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis's granddaughter on her first birthday. This rare social media snap has sparked excitement, with fans eager to guess which family member the little girl resembles most.
Louetta Isley Thomas Willis beams with joy in a rare photo shared by her mother, Rumer Willis, in April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Demi Moore and Bruce Willis's granddaughter, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, stole the spotlight during her first public appearance in a series of charming photos that her mother, Rumer Willis, posted on Instagram. Dressed in white, Louetta's bright red hair stood out against the festive red and white balloons and the lush green background.
Rumer Willis and her partner Derick Richard Thomas with their daughter Louetta Isley dated April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Fans shared their reactions in the comments, noting her resemblance to her family members. One fan exclaimed, "Omg. A Mini Rumer! She is Adorable!!" highlighting Louetta's striking resemblance to Rumer. Another added, "She looks exactly like you! Happy Birthday!" while one echoed the same observation, "Your TWIN!! Happy Birthday sweet."
Rumer Willis holds her daughter, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, close to her chest in a photo dated April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
However, one fan pointed out a familial connection to Bruce, commenting, "I see your dad in her." In her heartfelt message, Rumer expressed her profound joy at her daughter's growth over the past year. "Oh my tiny tender daughter, I CANT BELIEVE YOU ARE 1 ✨ This last year with you has been the best year of my life," Rumer wrote.
She continued to praise Louetta as "the most delicious, most beautiful, smartest, funniest, sweetest girl," celebrating her daughter's deep impact on her life. Rumer also thanked Demi for being an exceptional grandmother, also known as the "best Ya Ya" for Louetta.
She acknowledged her sisters Scout and Tallulah, her stepmother Emma, and her father Bruce for their supportive roles. She also expressed deep appreciation for her partner, Derick, calling him "the greatest gift of my life."
Derick Richard Thomas smiles as his daughter Loretta sleeps on his chest in a photo dated April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
The post not only marked the joy of Louetta's first birthday but also highlighted the close-knit bond within the Willis family. Rumer's birthday post for her daughter featured several photos such as her sisters, Tallulah and Scout LaRue, affectionately looking at the little girl.
Tallulah and Scout LaRue Willis lovingly gaze at their niece, Louetta Isley Willis Thomas in a photo dated April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Another snapshot from the previous Christmas gathering captured a cheerful scene with Demi wearing a lit headband and florist Eric Buterbaugh smiling at Louetta beside a festively lighted tree.
Demi Moore and florist Eric Buterbaugh smiled as they looked at Louetta Isley Willis Thomas near the Christmas tree in a photo shared in April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Similarly, Bruce was also featured in Rumer's sweet post. The "Die Hard" actor's photo showed him affectionately hugging his granddaughter, highlighting his own special connection with the young family member.
Bruce Willis hugging his granddaughter Louetta Isley Willis Thomas in a close-up photo shared in April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Louetta was born in April 2023 through a home birth. Rumer chose this path to ensure a supportive environment, surrounded by a trusted midwife and doula team that empowered her and boosted her confidence. She appreciated the personal and intimate setting of home birth, valuing the comfort it provided.
Rumer Willis had a home birth with a doula in 2023, as depicted in a photo she shared in April 2024. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
However, Rumer remained flexible about her plans, always prioritizing the safety and health of her baby above all else. Besides the details of the birth, she also shared the heartfelt inspiration behind her baby girl's name and the story of how it came to be.
Regarding how the girl got gifted such a unique name, Rumer explained that she has always adored the name Lou for either a boy or a girl, and when she and Thomas found out they would be having a girl, they decided on Louetta. In a since-expired Instagram story, Rumer expressed, "Her name is a mix of things I love."
Among the mix of things she loves is her father, Bruce, who inspired Rumer when naming Louetta. Of how her baby's name pays tribute to the "Die Hard" star, Rumer divulged, "We wanted to give her options and me and my dad's favorite singers are Lou= Louie Armstrong, Etta= Etta James, Isley= Isley Brother."
Interestingly, baby Louetta was initially supposed to have the name Loretta, but it ended up being Louetta due to a typo made by her dad when her parents were texting—Thomas forgot to place the "r" in the name Loretta.
Louetta Isley Willis Thomas holds her mother, Rumer Willis's thumb, with her tiny hands in a photo shared in October 2023. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Despite the mix-up, there are no regrets about Louetta's name, especially since it further connects her to her doting grandad, who, although ill, showers her with love. This strong family support transitions seamlessly into how Rumer herself has taken to motherhood.
Louetta Isley Willis Thomas sleeps with a blanket on in a photo shared in October 2023. | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis
Rumer recently shared a reflection on the resilience and strength of mothers, recounting a challenging week when both she and her daughter battled the flu. This ordeal tested her capabilities but reinforced her confidence and ability to care effectively for herself and her daughter.
In a similar spirit of embracing new family roles, Demi, too, has welcomed a significant change. She humorously described her transition into what she calls her "hot kooky unhinged grandma era."
Demi Moore embraced her daughter, Rumer Willis, during her home birth, as depicted in a photo shared in May 2023. | Source: Instagram/demimoore
In a January 2024 interview, the celebrated actress expressed her joy at having a baby. "She's just a pure joy," Demi remarked, further elaborating, "It really is all the cliches. You get all the fun and joy, and you get to go to bed early and have a good night's sleep."
Demi and Rumer Willis not only share a deep bond through motherhood but also bear a striking resemblance to each other. However, earlier this year, Rumer surprised her fans by debuting a brand-new hairstyle. Trying new hairstyles is nothing new to her.
Rumer Willis' Instagram photo, dated January 2024 | Source: Instagram/RumerWillis
She debuted a new look, sporting bright peach-colored locks on Instagram while posing in a bedroom. In a series of photos, Rumer let her straight hair fall to one side as she pulled different faces. The sunlight, which beamed through the windows, accentuated her peach hair's light tint.
Rumer Willis' Instagram photo, dated January 2024 | Source: Instagram/RumerWillis
Her Instagram followers complimented her look, claiming the hair color suited Rumer well. Many also highlighted the strong resemblance between Rumer and her mom. "Looking more like Demi as time goes on," one person said. "You are gorgeous like Yr mama n papa [sic]," a second agreed.
Rumer Willis' Instagram photo, dated January 2024 | Source: Instagram/RumerWillis
Another social media user wrote, "I don't think you could be any more beautiful than you are." A fourth Instagram follower also praised her hair and added, "New mommas always change their hair," suggesting she colored it after giving birth to her daughter.
This wasn't the first time Rumer tried a light-colored do. In 2007, the entertainer sported platinum blonde hair and surprised her parents and sisters with the dyed locks. "But everyone, my parents, loved it," she revealed.
Rumer Willis arrives at the James Perse store opening on September 18, 2007, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Rumer decided to go blonde after her "I Know What Boys Like" movie premiere, where she had to wear a blonde wig. She admitted that she fell in love with the hair color, so much so that she dyed her hair the same.
Rumer Willis and Demi Moore during the Tom Ford AW20 Show at Milk Studios Hollywood, California in February 2020. I Source: Getty Images.
"I got the idea because [in] the movie I just finished, I was wearing a blonde wig, so I saw myself like that. And I just went for it. I always find that whenever I'm doing something big in my life, I want to change the hair," she said of the bold choice.
Despite constantly styling her hair and changing colors, Rumer takes care of her tresses by using supplements every day. The supplements specifically aid with hair loss brought about by stress and other strong emotions.