Bruce Willis‘ family and friends are reportedly unhappy with the Hollywood icon’s wife Emma Heming‘s, latest venture, and it looks to be causing a major rift. In the two years since the Die Hard star’s medical diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), the family has pulled together and shown a united front, that is, until recently.
It’s a challenging time for actor Bruce Willis and his family. Since his 2023 diagnosis, Bruce’s wife of 16 years, Emma, daughters, Mabel, Evelyn, Rumor, Tallulah, Scout, and ex-wife Demi Moore have become very close.
Sadly, during this time, Bruce Willis’ condition has progressed rapidly into a more severe form of dementia. Despite the emotional and physical challenges, the family continues to work together to develop a care plan that best fits Bruce’s needs. They have all been on the same page about everything.
In the past two years, Emma Heming has used social media and various venues to openly share Bruce’s journey and the family’s personal experiences, with the hope of offering support to others going through similar struggles.
However, according to National Enquirer sources, her recent move has family and friends in disagreement. So much so, it is allegedly causing a breakdown in the family’s strong bond. Emma Heming’s memoir, The Unexpected Journey, reveals a raw and emotional look at her experience caring for Bruce during his dementia battle.
However, it seems like Emma shares too many private and very personal details, and not everyone is on board. Emma, 46, describes the memoir as a love letter to fellow caregivers, offering support and inspiration to those navigating similar journeys.
Many insiders say the project is causing major conflict within the family and exposing deeply personal aspects of Bruce’s health struggles. Details that his family believes the actor would want to remain private.
“Nobody’s feeling good about it,” an insider admits. “People understand Emma’s grief and that her experience might be able to help others in similar situations. But using Bruce’s name to sell a book, while he’s still battling aphasia and dementia at home with the family.”
Bruce Willis’ Family Feels Betrayed By Emma Heming
“She’s been doing interviews, posting constantly, and now she’s gearing up for a full-scale book tour,” a friend says. “Some of us feel Bruce deserves more protection, not more publicity.”
The Unexpected Journey is set for release in September, but if some family and friends have their say, that could change. Bruce’s daughters especially feel hurt. So far, they have all embraced this difficult journey together. Until recently, they have all been on board with every decision regarding Bruce Willis’ care and treatments.
However, Emma Heming feels differently. She doesn’t see this as a betrayal, but as a way to share her knowledge and experience. She loves Bruce dearly, and no one questions that. But, since Emma has stepped into the spotlight as an advocate, some fear she may be stepping too far.
She and the Willis women often publicly share the family’s ups and downs and the harsh realities they face. However, the information and updates have been agreed upon beforehand.
One insider states, “Once you let the world in, there’s no taking it back. The media storm is coming, and this could be just the beginning.” This is the kind of publicity and exposure the family wants to avoid. At the end of the day, Emma is Bruce’s wife. She has the right to share her story as she sees fit. Even if it destroys the strong family bond they have built, something many believe will break Bruce Willis’ heart.
