Emmy Heming Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis, has emotionally pleaded with the paparazzi to stop yelling at or otherwise distracting her husband while he’s out.
“It is clear that there is still a lot of educational work to be done,” she wrote on Instagram on Saturday. “So this goes to the photographers and the video people trying to get these exclusive films of my husband out there: just keep your seat. I know this is your job, but maybe just keep your space.”
She added, “For the video people, please don’t yell at my husband and ask him how he’s doing or whatever — the woohoo-ing and the yippee ki yays… just don’t do it.” OK? give him space Let our family, or whoever is with him that day, safely get him from point A to point B.”
This month marks a year since Willis’ family – which includes Emma, ex-wife Demi Moore and his five daughters – made the announcement pulp Fiction The actor has been diagnosed with aphasia, a neurological condition that affects communication and cognition. It has since developed into dementia.
His wife’s video came after an outing in Santa Monica was hampered by media trying to capture a rare public appearance by Willis.
“To other carers or dementia care professionals navigating this world… Any tips or advice on getting your loved ones out into the world safely? Please share below,” Emma wrote.
Bruce Willis turns 68 on March 19. His wife is 45.