What is aphasia, the condition Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with, and how is it caused?

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.

The Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker pretend wedding in Las Vegas took the entertainment industry by storm. Fans were shocked to hear that the celebrity couple famous for luxurious holiday getaways and a $1 million engagement ring opted for a low-key, secret elopement instead of a high-brow affair.

Rumer Willis brightened her day by showing off a stunning makeover on Thursday which suited her down to the ground.The actress and her famous family have been going through a challenging time as they come to grips with her dad, Bruce Willis', aphasia diagnosis. MORE: Demi Moore's daughter Tallulah shares health update after visit to doctorBut Rumer was determined to bring a little positivity to her day with a trip to the hair salon and the results were gorgeous.WATCH: Bruce Willis retires after health diagnosisIn photos and videos posted to her Instagram stories, Rumer had once again ditched her curly red locks in favor of a sleek, smooth look complete with bangs.She'd just had it colored and she proudly displayed the results of her darker, richer shade. MORE: Bruce Willis' wife Emma pays heartfelt tribute to young daughter on her birthday alongside family photosRELATED: What is aphasia? Bruce Willis’ shock health condition explainedShe wore her long hair loose and pouted for the camera as she declared her stylist: The "Master of Color". Rumer changed up her look Later, Rumer also shared a video of her rocking her new look as she played with her friend's children during some much-needed downtime. The star - who is the daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore - previously posted some throwback photos with her father, sending him love after he announced his retirement due to his condition. READ: John Travolta pens emotional tribute to longtime friend Bruce Willis following his devastating health diagnosisMORE: Demi Moore celebrates ex-husband Bruce Willis with rare family photograph togetherAlongside some sweet childhood photos she wrote: "I love you Daddio, to the moon and back.

Actress and stuntwoman Kelly Greyson is opening up about her time working with Bruce Willis, who she champions for his authenticity and professionalism on and off film sets. Greyson last filmed with Willis a little over a year ago for "Fortress: Sniper's Eye," the second installment of "Fortress." Jesse Metcalfe and Chad Michael Murray also star in the action-packed flick.  In an interview with Fox News Digital, Greyson said she was unaware of Willis' aphasia diagnosis at the time she worked with him, but believes his retirement from acting should remind everyone of the incredible legacy he's built.

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 stepping back from acting and going “off the grid.”

A picture says a thousand words. Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, shared the first photos of the actor since announcing his aphasia diagnosis.

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.

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, has shared a new photo of them together in what they call their «favorite habitat.»"#offthegrid," Emma captioned a new Instagram post featuring the couple embracing while sitting on a tree trunk outside. Emma noted the picture was taken by their daughter, Mabel Ray Willis, who recently celebrated her 10th birthday. The smiling couple garnered tons of love from followers in the comments.

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

Coming together. Bruce Willis is feeling grateful that his blended family is united in their support for him as he battles aphasia, an insider exclusively reveals in the new issue of Us Weekly.

Bruce Willis‘ family revealed that he was diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that affects the ability to communicate. Because of this, he has made the decision to retire from acting.

Bruce Willis has been seen for the first time his retirement from acting was announced recently.The Hollywood star and his wife Emily Hemming Willis shared photos of themselves looking happy and in love on Instagram yesterday (April 6). The photos see the 67-year-old actor sitting with Emily on a fallen tree in a peaceful woodland.

Bruce Willis and Emma Heming Willis are enjoying each other's company following the announcement he will be "stepping away" from acting due to his aphasia diagnosis. The "Armageddon" star's wife took to Instagram to share some new photos of the couple on a hike.  "Mom & Dad in their favorite habitat," Heming captioned the post, along with the hashtag #offthegrid. The first photo showed Willis, 67, and his wife gazing into each other's eyes and smiling while sitting on a big tree trunk in the woods.

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.

For most people living with the condition, struggles arise with reading, writing, speaking and understanding words.Sometimes, aphasia sufferers are unable to think of which word to use, or they may string words together incorrectly when they speak.If Bruce had continued with his career, it is likely that the progression of his impairment would have prevented him from learning his lines for film roles, so he made the difficult decision to bow out.However, the multi-award winning The Fifth Element star now looks set to enjoy his retirement in peaceful and calm surroundings with his wife by his side.Bruce's eldest daughter Rumer, 33, had originally broken the bad news about her dad's retirement in an Instagram post, to the dismay of his fans."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."As a result of this and with much consideration, Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him," she wrote."This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support."We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him."Finally, in a hint that his life will be filled with fun despite his recent struggles, she added: "As Bruce always says, 'Live it up' and together we plan to do just that."The note was even signed by Bruce's ex-wife Demi Moore, who has reportedly remained amicable with him since their split 22 years ago.The latest photos of Emma and Bruce were taken in a remote environment,

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 and his wife Emma Heming Willis have been enjoying some quality time together since the actor's aphasia diagnosis was made public by the family – and they've now shared some adorable pictures of their time away.MORE: Bruce Willis' wife Emma pays heartfelt tribute to young daughter on her birthday alongside family photosTaking to Instagram on Wednesday, Emma shared two gorgeous pictures taken by their eldest daughter, ten-year-old Mabel Ray – and the couple look as in love as ever.WATCH: Emma Heming Willis shares rare footage of Bruce following aphasia revelation"Mom & Dad in their favorite habitat #offthegrid," Emma wrote alongside the two pictures.RELATED: What is aphasia? Bruce Willis’ shock health condition explainedREAD: John Travolta pens emotional tribute to longtime friend Bruce Willis following his devastating health diagnosisIn the snaps, the couple can be seen sitting on a log and gazing at each other's eyes, whilst smiling. The second photo shows Emma resting her head on Bruce's shoulder while he smiles for the camera. Emma and Bruce got married in 2009Fans rushed to comment on the sweet post.

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.