Emma Heming Willis Opens Up on Bruce’s Health and Family Responsibilities

LOS ANGELES, California – Emma Heming Willis spoke candidly about the challenges she and their daughters, Mabel and Evelyn, are facing as Bruce Willis copes with his debilitating health condition. In an interview with Diane Sawyer for ABC, Emma shared that Bruce, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023, is currently living in a separate home where caregivers can provide constant care.

Emma, married to Bruce for 16 years, explained that this arrangement was made with the girls’ best interests in mind. “Bruce would want that for our daughters. He would want them to be in a home that was more tailored to their needs, not his needs,” she said. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a sense of normalcy for Mabel, 13, and Evelyn, 11, allowing them to have sleepovers and friends over.

Recently, Bruce, who was seen smiling at a car wash in Los Angeles, has lost the ability to communicate verbally, which has forced the family to find new ways to interact with him. Emma described Bruce’s 2023 diagnosis as a heartbreaking experience, likening it to “freefalling.”

A source revealed to Heat magazine that along with caring for Bruce, Emma now manages his estimated $250 million fortune. “Taking care of Bruce isn’t just about keeping up his spirits; it also involves overseeing his massive fortune earned during his decades-long career,” the insider shared. Emma is now the final decision-maker regarding financial matters, a role she did not foresee when she and Bruce first got together.

Demi Moore, Bruce’s ex-wife, has been supportive during this challenging time, but the responsibility of managing Bruce’s financial empire rests heavily on Emma’s shoulders. The source noted Emma is learning how to handle these responsibilities and feels immense pressure to care for both Bruce’s daughters and Demi’s children.

Bruce, who gained fame for his role as John McClane in the “Die Hard” franchise, has a legacy that continues to impact his family. He was known for taking care of those he loved, and the insider mentioned that Bruce’s family appreciates how fortunate they are but is also concerned about rising medical costs.

Emma is determined to use Bruce’s wealth wisely and ensure that her family is looked after without extravagance. “She knows they’ll all be looked after but the fact remains Bruce’s care is costing a lot more than people think,” the source stated.

As they navigate this difficult journey, Emma’s commitment to maintaining Bruce’s legacy while caring for their family remains steadfast. “The focus is on Bruce having the best quality of life while they still have him,” the insider concluded.