GMB viewers heartbroken as The Bill actor Chris Ellison struggles to speak during interview about aphasia health battle

Angelique Jackson Twenty-four years ago, director Michael Bay had yet to dream up the high-speed car chases in “Ambulance,” but was instead focused on a team of deep-core oil drillers who were tasked with saving the world from an asteroid the size of Texas.Perennial action hero Bruce Willis headlined the 1998 space movie, playing Harry S. Stamper, leader of the rough-and-tumble crew of newbie astronauts. It may be hard to imagine now, but “Armageddon” was only Bay’s third feature, so landing Willis was a major coup, particularly since the director had been inspired by the action star’s movies (especially 1988’s “Die Hard”) since early in his career.In a recent interview, Bay reflected on Willis legacy and told Variety what makes the actor — whose family announced last month that he will be stepping back from acting — so iconic.

Scout Willis showed off quite a bit of skin as shetraipsed around Los Angeles on Thursday.The actress, 30, donned a black button-front tank top that showcased her toned midriff.She styled the skimpy top with a sexy black miniskirt and a pair of quirky butterfly patterned cowboy boots. Sizzling:Scout Willis showed off quite a bit of skin as she traipsed around Los Angeles on ThursdayWillis showcased her flawless complexion by going makeup-free for the her solo outing.

Bruce Willis is all smiles enjoying an “off-the-grid” day out with wife Emma Heming Willis. It’s the first public photo of the actor since the announcement he was “stepping away” from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia.

Die Hard actor, 67, would be retiring from acting after he was diagnosed with aphasia – a disorder caused by damage in a specific area of the brain that controls language expression and comprehension.His Hollywood counterparts led tributes over the news, sharing their love for the actor on social media.The Expendables star was seen for the first time since his diagnosis was made public, as he went ‘off the grid’.In a snap shared on Emma’s Instagram page, taken by their 10-year-old daughter Mabel, he gazed lovingly at his wife during a walk.Bruce donned an orange vest for their day out, paired with grey jeans and chunky boots – and Emma was similarly low-key in a jacket and jeans.‘Mom & Dad in their favorite habitat #offthegrid,’ she captioned the upload.Bruce’s loved ones – Emma, his ex-wife Demi Moore and their daughters Rumer, Scout and Tallulah – broke the news of his diagnosis on Instagram in a joint statement, alongside a post of the Sixth Sense star.‘To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities,’ the statement read. ‘As a result of this and with much consideration Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him.Aphasia is a condition that impacts a person’s language skills.This means it can cause trouble with:According to the NHS, it usually starts due to damage to the left side of the brain after something like, for example, a serious head injury or a stroke.Perhaps most noticeably, people who have aphasia might have problems speaking, such as by possibly mistakenly using certain words, using the wrong sounds, or using words

Hollywood acting legend Bruce Willis had a smile on his face as he enjoyed a nature walk with his wife, Emma Heming Willis, on Wednesday, a week after it was revealed that he is stepping away from acting following his shock aphasia diagnosis.The Die Hard actor, 67, looked content as he gazed at his wife and then smiled into the camera as they sat on a log surrounded by woodland in a series of candid snaps taken by the couple’s ten year old daughter, Mabel. Emma posted, 43, the images to her Instagram account with the caption: “Mom & dad in their favorite habitat”, and credited the heartwarming images to their daughter Mabel Ray Willis.The couple dressed casually for the outdoor adventure, with bruce donning grey jeans, a khaki shirt, a bright orange gilet and walking boots, and Emma in blue jeans, a purple top and a light black jacket.

BRUCE Willis is pictured for the first time since his tragic aphasia diagnosis was revealed.  His wife, Emma Hemming Willis, shared a touching photo on Instagram of the two sitting in the woods. “Mom & Dad in their favorite habitat,” read the photo’s caption.

Bruce Willis seems to be doing well amid his recent aphasia diagnosis. The 67-year-old actor was seen in new photos taken by his wife, Emma Heming Willis, that she posted to her Instagram on Wednesday.

Bruce Willis feels a "sense of relief" after going public about his aphasia diagnosis. The 67-year-old star recently announced he was stepping away from his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia - which impedes a person's ability to speak and write - and Bruce feels like he's now "got that monkey off his back". The source told Us Weekly: "The closest members of his inner circle were all aware of his issue and had been for some time.

Bruce Willis appeared happy and comfortable as he was seen on a walk through a nature area on Wednesday, a week after the actor's family announced he was 'stepping away from' his career in show business after he was 'diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.'In a clip posted by his wife Emma Heming Willis, 43, to the tune of the Rolling Stones' Honky Tonk Women, the acting veteran, 67, was seen walking through a woodsy area on a clear spring day.She also shared a series of photos from the outdoors outing in which she and her husband sat on a log, with the caption, 'Mom & dad in their favorite habitat.' The latest:Bruce Willis, 67, appeared happy and comfortable as he was seen in a nature area with wife Emma Heming Willis, 43, on Wednesday, a week after the actor's family announced he was 'stepping away from' his career in show business after he was diagnosed with aphasiaThe Die Hard actor donned an orange vest over a button-up dark green top with gray jeans and boots. Willis was seen smiling at his wife, who was clad in a dark jacket over a purple top with blue jeans and brown boots.She had her hair down and parted in the image, which she captioned 'Mom and Dad' with the photo taken by their daughter Mabel Ray, 10, who was also seen in the clip.

KATE Garraway shared an update on husband Derek Draper's health battle during an interview with The Bill star Chris Ellison.  The actor, best known for playing DCI Frank Burnside, is suffering from aphasia - the same speech debilitating illness as Hollywood action movie Bruce Willis. Aphasia is when parts of the brain to do with language are damaged and it can sometimes develop after a stroke or head injury.

Demi Moore and her daughter Scout Willis spent some quality time together at the museum just days after Scout and the rest of her siblings announced Bruce Willis’ illness. The two posed beside pianist Alex Koo in front of a beautiful cherry blossom painting.

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway has talked about how husband Derek's on-going battle with Covid-19 has left him struggling with speech. Kate's husband Derek, 54, returned home from hospital in April 2021 after spending a year in hospital fighting for his life after contracting Covid-19.  He is left with a number of complex health problems, and Kate has spoken about how he now needs round-the-clock care.

Amid Bruce Willis' health struggles, Demi Moore and her daughter Scout Willis kept their spirits lifted with a day at the museum.The Ghost star, 59, posted two Instagram photos from their recent trip to the museum, where they posed beside a massive cherry blossom display by British artist Damien Hirst.Despite their current personal struggles, Demi and Scout, 30, managed to appear in high spirits as they took in the colorful artwork. Putting a smile on their face:Demi Moore and her daughter Scout Willis kept their spirits lifted as they headed to the museum amid Bruce Willis' health struggles'Cherry blossom season.

Good Morning Britain viewers think they have spotted a rift between presenters Richard Madeley and Kate Garraway after he spoke over her during a morning segment.Fans of the show complained that Madeley was "talking over" co-host Garraway during and interview.The pair spoke to veteran Simon Weston and viewers could see "tension" between the hosts as they tried to speak to their guest, which sent them into speculation on Twitter.One fan wrote: "Kate Garraway will have no tongue left this morning, biting it so hard and putting up with Richard Madeley. Why does he keep talking over everyone? Wow!"Another eagle eyed viewer tweeted out: "Every time Kate Garraway starts to say anything or reads from the teleprompter, Richard Madeley cuts her off and talks over her.

raising awareness of aphasia. The former actor, who is best known for playing DCI Frank Burnside on the beloved show, has been diagnosed with the same speech debilitating illness as Hollywood action movie Bruce Willis. The condition has affected his cognitive abilities, with the NHS stating that it is more common in people over the age of 65.

Richard Madeley irritated Good Morning Britain viewers as he repeatedly interrupted a guest during an important interview. The presenter was back at the helm of the programme on Tuesday (April 5) alongside Kate Garraway.

Good Morning Britain viewers were left saddened as they heard about Chris Ellison's battle with aphasia - a condition which recently saw Bruce Willis quit acting after he received a diagnosis.

Good Morning Britain viewers were left ‘heartbroken’ after watching The Bill actor Chris Ellison’s emotional interview about his aphasia battle. Chris, best known to TV viewers as The Bill’s DCI Frank Burnside, appeared on the ITV morning show alongside his wife Anita - days after the pair went public following Bruce Willis’ announcement that he had the same speech debilitating illness.The 75 year old star, who was diagnosed with the condition in 2020 after suffering a severe stroke, sat alongside Anita as she opened up about the impact Chris’ aphasia has had on their life together.

Kate Garraway has shared her husband's heartbreaking health update as she opened up about his ongoing speech battle following the effects of Covid-19.During Tuesday's (April 5) instalment of the popular ITV morning show Madeley joined TV star Chris Ellison and his wife Anita as they opened up about the actor's ongoing battle with aphasia.His wife explained how he described his condition as feeling "trapped" due to the fact that the TV star can fully understand what others are saying to him but struggles to find the words to reply.It comes after Hollywood star Bruce Willis stepped back from acting after he announced his devastating brain condition online.And now, Kate Garraway has revealed that her loving partner Derek also struggles to communicate following the drastic effects from the deadly virus Covid-19.While discussing the every day struggles with the crippling brain condition, Kate confessed her husband, who she now cares for, also finds it difficult to communicate with loved ones.She said: "In a sense Derek - because of Covid - has a version of this where he can understand, sometimes do odd words and but can't express himself.

Bruce Willis was revealed to have aphasia. The degenerative brain disorder affects the ability to understand language. Anita said Chris, who also starred in EastEnders, was "trapped in his body" since he suffered a stroke at their home in Brighton in 2020.

Bruce Willis' co-star and director from one of his biggest (and most surprising) hits, The Sixth Sense, are showing their support for the actor on social media.The 67-year-old actor announced on Wednesday, through his daughter Rumer's Instagram, that he was diagnosed with aphasia, a condition which affects his cognitive functions, and that he is retiring.Both Willis' co-star Haley Joel Osment, who was just 11 when The Sixth Sense was released in 1999, and director M. Night Shyamalan, took to social media to pay tribute to the actor.