Tallulah Willis recently opened up about her father, Bruce Willis, and his continued battle with frontotemporal dementia, which has made some days especially difficult.
During a Sept. 18 appearance on the Today show, the 30-year-old provided an update on Bruce’s health after host Hoda Kotb praised Tallulah’s deeply personal article for Vogue earlier this year. In the essay, Tallulah wrote, “I have hopes for my father that I’m hesitant to let go of. I’ve always seen his personality in me, and I know we’d be such good friends if we had more time.”
When Kotb asked about Bruce’s current condition, Tallulah shared, “He is stable, which is good in this situation. It’s hard. There are challenging days, but there is a lot of love.” She reflected on the lessons she’s learned, saying, “This experience has taught me to cherish each moment… I think he is very proud of me.”
Tallulah also mentioned how her mother, Demi Moore, has been a source of wisdom, advising her to stay present in the moment.
Bruce Willis, 69, retired from acting in 2022 after being diagnosed with aphasia, a language disorder affecting communication. By February of this year, his condition had progressed to frontotemporal dementia, which impacts behavior, speech, and motor functions. The disease typically worsens over time, with symptoms often appearing between ages 40 and 65.
In August, Tallulah provided a similar health update, noting that Bruce was “doing the same as the last time we kind of updated, which I’ve heard is good.” Despite the challenges, she expressed her commitment to supporting him and meeting him “where he is.”
During the interview, Tallulah also discussed her personal journey after receiving an autism diagnosis at age 29. She reflected on years of feeling misunderstood, saying, “I’ve learned that the aspects of myself that I thought were diseased, incorrect, or simply too much for this world are actually OK.”
She has since embraced her diagnosis and has become an advocate for autism awareness, explaining her desire to use her platform to support others who may be facing similar struggles.