Bruce Willis retires from acting, confirmed by daughter Rumer Willis on Instagram.
To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities. As a result of this and with much consideration Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him.
This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support. We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him.
As Bruce always says, “Live it up” and together we plan to do just that.
Love,
Emma, Demi, Rumer, Scout, Tallulah, Mabel, & Evelyn
Aphasia is a language disorder that impacts a person's ability to communicate, it is caused by damage to a specific region of the brain as a result of a stroke or head trauama. Less common causes are brain tumors, brain infections or neurodegenerative diseases. The family haven't disclosed the cause.
There is no doubt Bruce Willis has left behind a great career. He will mostly be remembered for his work in the DIE HARD franchise, though he is not short on other memorable roles. Starring in M. Nnight Shyamalan's THE SIXTH SENSE which earned 6 Oscar nominations including Best Picture. Bruce Willis starred in great productions such as:
In recent years, he is perceived to be disinterested in acting. Performing in films such as:
He often finds himself on the receiving end of unfavourable criticism towards his acting. He made 4 films like these for 2020, 8 for 2021, 7 for 2022 (5 coming soon) and 3 without release dates yet.
Bruce Willis has been nominated for 51 awards, winning 22 - including 2 Primetime Emmys in 1987 and 2000 for MOONLIGHTING (drama) and FRIENDS (comedy). He was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award in the Best Supporting Male category for MOONRISE KINGDOM (2012). Willis has also been nominated for a total of 4 Golden Globes (1986, 1987, 1988, 1990), winning the 1987 nomination for MOONLIGHTING.
Nobody should need to be convinced of Bruce Willis' long legacy. He retires at 67.
