Bruce Willis is reportedly experiencing further health decline as he lives with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a progressive condition that affects behavior, personality and language. According to a source who spoke to the Daily Mail, the beloved actor has declined considerably over recent months and is increasingly living in his own world. The claims have renewed concern among fans who have followed his difficult health journey.

The insider described Willis as much calmer than he used to be, saying he sometimes appears like a baby quietly observing an object with curiosity. The source also claimed he recognizes that something in his life has changed but doesn’t fully understand the extent of his condition. His family had reportedly noticed changes even before his diagnosis, including less engagement during family gatherings and increasing difficulty remembering lines while working.

Willis shares two daughters, Mabel and Evelyn, with his wife Emma Heming Willis. He also has three adult daughters, Rumer, Scout and Tallulah, from his previous marriage to actress Demi Moore. His diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, including a form known as primary progressive aphasia, became public in 2023 after earlier language difficulties. His family has continued to support him throughout his illness.

FTD affects areas of the brain responsible for personality, behavior and communication. Unlike Alzheimer’s, memory problems may not be the first noticeable symptom. As the disease progresses, people can develop difficulties with speaking, eating, swallowing and walking. There is currently no cure, although therapies and medications can help manage certain symptoms. The latest claims about Willis’ condition have not been independently confirmed by his family.