Bruce Willis, born Walter Bruce Willis, gained fame with Moonlighting. Known for Die Hard franchise, Pulp Fiction, The Sixth Sense. Retired in 2022 due to aphasia.
Bruce Willis, born as Walter Bruce Willis, on March 19, 1955 in Idar-Oberstein, West Germany. He is an American actor known for his roles in blockbuster action films, especially the Die Hard series.
When Bruce Willis was 2 years old, his father left for a military base, prompting the family to travel to a German military base.
In 1980, Bruce Willis started his acting career with an uncredited role in The First Deadly Sin.
Bruce Willis was cast as David Addison Jr. in the television series Moonlighting after competing against 3,000 other actors. His role opposite Cybill Shepherd helped establish him as a comedic actor.
On November 21, 1987, Bruce Willis married actress Demi Moore. They had three daughters together before announcing their separation in 1998.
Rumer Willis, the first child of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, was born on this date.
One of Bruce Willis' most famous films was released around this time and continues to be popular.
Bruce Willis provided the voice for a talking baby in the films Look Who's Talking (1989) and Look Who's Talking Too (1990).
In the 1990s, Bruce Willis starred in the film Pulp Fiction, showcasing his versatility in dramatic roles.
Scout Willis, another child of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, was born on July 4, 1991.
In the 1992 presidential election, Bruce Willis supported President George H. W. Bush for reelection and was critical of Bill Clinton.
Tallulah Willis, the second child of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, was born on July 3, 1994.
Willis reprised his role as John McClane in the sequel Die Hard with a Vengeance, which was a major success grossing over US$700 million internationally and solidifying Willis as a top Hollywood action star.
In a July 1998 interview with George magazine, Bruce Willis expressed his views on organized religion, stating that he believes modern religion is the end trail of modern mythology.
In 1999, Bruce Willis starred as Dr. Malcolm Crowe in The Sixth Sense, a critically acclaimed film that garnered multiple Academy Award nominations.
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore welcomed their third child together on August 3, 2000.
Appointed by President George W. Bush, Bruce Willis became the national spokesman for Children in Foster Care, aiming to make a positive impact on the lives of children under government care.
In 2003, Bruce Willis traveled to Iraq as part of the USO tour, performing for the troops with his band, The Accelerators.
Bruce Willis was honored with the Golden Camera Award for Best International Actor by the Manaki Brothers Film Festival.
On August 17, 2006, Bruce Willis was named in a Los Angeles Times advertisement that condemned Hamas and Hezbollah and expressed support for Israel in the 2006 Israel-Lebanon war.
In April 2007, he made an appearance wearing a Sanjaya Malakar wig.
In June 2007, he wore a mini-wind turbine on his head as part of a joke about his fictional documentary.
He appeared on the 2008 Blues Traveler album North Hollywood Shootout.
Bruce Willis married model Emma Heming in Turks and Caicos on March 21, 2009. The couple later had two daughters.
On July 3, 2009, Bruce Willis and Demi Moore announced their separation.
In 2010, Bruce Willis starred in the film Red and made a cameo appearance in The Expendables.
Bruce Willis was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame, acknowledging his significant accomplishments and influence in the entertainment industry.
On June 27, 2012, he tied the knot with a female model.
Bruce Willis was promoted to the dignity of Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Minister of Culture, Aurélie Filippetti, recognizing his notable contributions to the arts.
Bruce Willis reprised his iconic role as John McClane for the fifth time in the film 'A Good Day to Die Hard', released on February 14, 2013. Willis expressed his enjoyment in playing the character over 25 years and the challenge of competing with himself.
Bruce Willis hosted Saturday Night Live on October 12, 2013, with Katy Perry as a musical guest. It was a notable appearance in his career.
In March 26, 2014, his first child with Emma Heming, named Evelyn Penn, was born.
In 2015, Bruce Willis made his Broadway debut in an adaptation of Stephen King's novel Misery. He portrayed a writer held captive by an obsessed fan.
On August 11, 2016, his second child with Emma Heming was born.
Bruce Willis was the subject of a roast by Comedy Central in a program broadcast on July 29, 2018. It was a comedic event where he was humorously criticized.
Bruce Willis made a cameo appearance as himself in the 2019 film 'The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part'. It was a fun and unexpected moment for fans.
Emmett, who shares a daughter with the Vanderpump Rules star, praised Bruce Willis on social media for his acting skills, fatherhood, and courage in battling a medical condition.
In June 2021, Bruce Willis signed a three-picture deal with Emmett/Furla Oasis after working on nearly 20 projects together, including Midnight in the Switchgrass directed by Randall Emmett.
Emmett, the director of Midnight in the Switchgrass, felt nervous when directing Bruce Willis for the first time in the movie. Despite the initial butterflies, Willis was supportive and easy to work with, earning praise from the cast and crew.
Bruce Willis faced challenges with memory loss while filming, as he reportedly couldn't remember his lines and had difficulty recalling his surroundings. Despite this, his attorney mentioned that Willis continued working after being diagnosed with a neurological condition.
On March 30, 2022, Bruce Willis's family announced his retirement due to a diagnosis of aphasia, a disorder affecting language expression and comprehension. This marked the end of his acting career.
Bruce Willis and producer Randall Emmett have a history of working together on more than 100 films over the span of fifteen years. Despite Willis stepping back from acting due to his aphasia diagnosis, their collaboration has been significant.
On February 16, 2023, Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a condition affecting language and comprehension. This diagnosis shed light on his health struggles.
Bruce Willis' wife revealed in a September 2023 interview that the actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a rare form of dementia. The illness has led to symptoms such as drastic personality changes, emotionally distant behavior, and the loss of ability to use language properly.