Bruce Willis: What is aphasia? Die Hard star ‘stepping away’ from acting after aphasia diagnosis – what are symptoms and can it be cured?

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Willis, 67, has starred in hit films including the Die Hard series, Pulp Fiction, Armageddon, Moonrise Kingdom, 12 Monkeys and Looper.

He has been nominated for multiple awards including five Golden Globes, of which he has won one, and three Primetime Emmys, of which he won two.

In 2006, he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame in Los Angeles. Disclosing the news on social media, Willis’ family said it had been a “really challenging time” for them and thanked fans for their “continued love, compassion and support”. – What is aphasia?Aphasia is a disorder caused by damage in a specific area of the brain that controls language expression and comprehension, according to John Hopkins University of Medicine.

The condition leaves a person unable to communicate effectively with others, and Willis’ family said his aphasia had been “impacting his cognitive abilities”. – What causes aphasia?The damage caused by aphasia may be brought on by several things including a stroke, head injury, brain tumour, infection or dementia.