Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming opens up on her caregiving memoir

The Hollywood star-wife has always been candid about navigating Willis' dementia battle

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Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Entertainment Editor
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Actors Bruce Willis and Emma Heming attend the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards at Santa Monica Beach on February 23, 2013 in Santa Monica, California.
Actors Bruce Willis and Emma Heming attend the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards at Santa Monica Beach on February 23, 2013 in Santa Monica, California.
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Emma Heming, wife of Hollywood icon Bruce Willis, has shared an emotional update on her upcoming book about her journey as his caregiver.

At 46, Heming has been candid about navigating Willis' battle with frontotemporal dementia, which was initially diagnosed as aphasia.

Taking to Instagram, Heming revealed that she has completed the latest round of edits on her deeply personal book.

"Oh boy, I just finished editing the whole book. I don't know what draft we're on," she shared, visibly emotional.

"We're getting so close, and I was crying as I read these chapters. The conclusion just sent me over the edge."

Heming hopes her book will serve as a guiding light for caregivers, reminding them they are not alone.

"Caregiving isn’t a solo mission—it’s a societal responsibility. I hope this book sparks a shift in how we support caregivers," she emphasised.

Fans responded with overwhelming support, sharing their own experiences with caregiving.

"I lost my mom to FTD in 2011. I look forward to reading your book. Thank you for being an advocate!" wrote one follower.

Another praised Heming for her strength, calling the book "a much-needed resource for those navigating this challenging path."

Heming’s book aims to foster awareness and compassion, offering insight into the struggles and resilience of caregivers. Her heartfelt revelation comes shortly after the passing of Betsy Arakawa, the wife of legendary actor Gene Hackman, who dedicated years to caring for him in his later life. Arakawa’s death serves as a stark reminder of the physical and emotional toll caregivers endure while supporting their loved ones through illness.

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