Hollywood stars have paid tribute to Bruce Willis, 67, after his family made a heartbreaking announcement that he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia.

This comes almost a year after his family revealed that the Die Hard star had been diagnosed with aphasia.

In a joint statement, Bruce’s family revealed that his condition has worsened and that he has been diagnosed with FTD.

“Since we announced Bruce’s diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce’s condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD),” they said in a statement.

“Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.”

The family described FTD as a ‘cruel disease’ and said that the condition is the ‘most common form of dementia, and because getting the diagnosis can take years, FTD is likely much more prevalent than we know.’

Bruce’s family said that as the actor’s condition advances, they hope that media attention can be focused on shining a light on the disease.

“We know in our hearts that – if he could today – he would want to respond by bringing global attention and connectedness with those who are also dealing with this debilitating disease and how it impacts so many individuals and their families,” they added.

Many Hollywood stars sent their well wishes and love to the actor.

Melanie Griffith, his co-star in The Bonfire of the Vanities and Nobody’s Fool, sent five heart emojis.

Steepless in Seattle star Rita Wilson wrote: “Thank you for sharing this with us. Sending Bruce and all the family love.”

Singer Demi Lovato said: “Sending so much love.”

Breaking Bad actor Aaron Paul added: “Love you so much my friend! Sending hugs to you and that beautiful family of yours. Your pops is such a damn legend.”

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