Bruce Willis Turns 70 as Family and Fans Celebrate His Legacy Amid Health Challenges

The iconic actor, known for redefining the action genre, retired in 2022 due to frontotemporal dementia, with his family advocating for awareness of the disease.

• Bruce Willis, born in Germany in 1955, rose to fame with iconic roles in films such as 'Die Hard,' 'Pulp Fiction,' and 'The Sixth Sense.'
• In 2022, Willis retired from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia, later confirmed in 2023 as frontotemporal dementia, a rare and incurable condition.
• His family, including wife Emma Heming Willis and ex-wife Demi Moore, has provided unwavering support and regularly shares updates about his condition on social media.
• Fans and colleagues continue to honor Willis’ enduring legacy as a Hollywood action hero, expressing admiration and sympathy after his diagnosis.
• Willis' family has used their platform to raise awareness about frontotemporal dementia, emphasizing the need for greater understanding and support for those affected.

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