Bruce Willis was recently seen outside in Studio City, California, one of his first public appearances in months. The actor was seen riding in the front seat of a black SUV, accompanied by two bodyguards. The photos, taken on May 25, were published by the Daily Mail.
Bruce, 70, has kept a very low profile since his diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia. Seeing him again sparked mixed emotions among his fans, as some were happy to see him, while others felt it had crossed a line.
Some of Bruce Willis’s fans are asking for privacy
Bruce Willis, 70, makes rare sighting in Los Angeles as two bodyguards take him out for a Sunday drive https://t.co/UqQVrHXldo
— Daily Mail Celebrity (@DailyMailCeleb) May 26, 2025
Shortly after the photos went live, the internet erupted with various reactions. However, instead of the expected excitement, many people felt sad. Comments flooded in under the post, with some calling the moment intrusive. One person wrote, “It’s cruel and intrusive to continue to show pictures of Bruce Willis. Better to remember him as he used to be.”
Others were even more direct. “LEAVE HIM ALONE!!!!” one person demanded. Another said, “That picture of him just breaks my heart.” They shared how heartbreaking it was to see him this way, urging the media to let him live in peace.
Bruce Willis’s wife, Emma Heming Willis, is helping others going through similar situations
Behind the scenes, Bruce’s wife, Emma Heming Willis, has taken on the role of full-time caregiver. However, she did not stop there; she has also been using her voice to support others who are going through similar situations. Her strength has made her a key figure in discussions about dementia care.
Emma has a book coming out in September titled The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path. It is a message of support and solidarity for people walking through the difficult road of caregiving. For many, her story is a light in a very dark place.