‘Sixth Sense’ star Haley Joel Osment’s tribute to ‘true legend’ Bruce Willis

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love, people.Haley Joel Osment still holds his “Sixth Sense” costar Bruce Willis in the highest regard. Osment, 33, shared a beautiful tribute to the 67-year-old action legend following news of the latter’s aphasia diagnosis and retirement from Hollywood. “It’s been difficult to find the right words for someone I’ve always looked up to—first on the big screen, and then by some wild stroke of luck, in person,” Osment wrote alongside a throwback snap of the “Death Becomes Her” star on social media Thursday.The “Pay It Forward” star added, “He’s a true legend who has enriched all of our lives with a singular career that spans nearly half a century.” “I am so grateful for what I got to witness firsthand, and for the enormous body of work he built for us to enjoy for years and years to come,” Osment continued. “I just wanted to express the respect and deep admiration I have for Bruce and his family as they move forward with the courage and high spirits that have always defined them,” he concluded his touching statement.A post shared by Haley Joel Osment (@hjosment)Osment starred as a disturbed kid named Cole in the 1999 supernatural thriller.

Willis portrayed a child psychologist who attempts to help Cole navigate his ability to communicate with dead people. Shyamalan directed the “Sixth Sense” and also recently penned a tribute to Willis earlier this week.“All my love and respect to my big brother Bruce Willis.

I know his wonderful family is surrounding him with support and strength. He will always be that hero on that poster on my wall as kid,” the “Glass” filmmaker tweeted.Osment previously discussed with the Post the film’s ever-lasting legacy and his career as a child star.