First responders in LA receive a heartfelt handshake from Bruce Willis.

Bruce Willis, known for his role in 'Die Hard,' made a rare public appearance after announcing his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis in 2023.

First responders in LA receive a heartfelt handshake from Bruce Willis.
First responders in LA receive a heartfelt handshake from Bruce Willis.

Those keeping everyone in Los Angeles safe during the wildfires are being appreciated by Bruce Willis.

Emma Heming shared a black and white video of her husband, a 69-year-old actor, shaking hands and having a conversation with Los Angeles Police officers while "Going to California" by Led Zeppelin played in the background.

"Yesterday, Bruce once again showed his gratitude to a first responder with a heartfelt handshake and a "thank you for your service," as Heming captioned the post."

Willis donned a New York Yankees baseball cap and a light jacket over his black shirt and jeans while posing for photos with the officers.

Bruce Willis greeting police officers
Bruce Willis showed his appreciation for those keeping everyone in Los Angeles safe during the devastating fires.  (Emma Heming Willis Instagram)

Bruce Willis, known for his role in "Die Hard," made a rare public appearance after announcing his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis in 2023.

His daughter, Tallulah Willis, wrote in the comments section, "This makes my heart so full," adding a heart emoji.

Heming, Willis' wife, has openly discussed how dementia has impacted not only Willis but also the spouse of someone diagnosed with the disease.

"Spotting a first responder, Bruce never missed a chance to show his gratitude with a heartfelt handshake and a 'thank you for your service. Yesterday was no different." — Emma Heming Willis

She posted an emotional message on her 17th wedding anniversary with Willis, including a photo of them hugging on a beach in Turks and Caicos.

Bruce Willis in a classic tuxedo kisses wife Emma Heming Willis on the cheek, in a black dress
Heming posted an emotional tribute to Willis on their 17th wedding anniversary. (Larry Busacca/VF14/WireImage/Getty Images)

Since he received his diagnosis, the day that used to bring excitement now leaves her with a heaviness in her heart and a pit in her stomach.

"She wrote in the caption, "I give myself 30 minutes to feel the anger and grief over 'why him, why us,' then shake it off and return to what is. What is... is unconditional love. I feel blessed to know it, and it's because of him. I'd do it all over again and again in a heartbeat.""

In 2007, Heming and Willis first met and later made their first public appearance as a couple in 2008. They got married in March 2009 at a ceremony in Turks and Caicos.

Since their marriage, they have welcomed two daughters, Mabel, 12, and Evelyn, 10. Their daughters, Mabel and Evelyn, join Willis' three older daughters from his previous marriage to actress Demi Moore: Rumer, 36, Scout, 33, and Tallulah, 30.

Bruce Willis family
Moore and Willis have remained close since their divorce in 2000. (Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images)

Since their divorce in 2000, Moore and Willis have remained good friends and co-parents, spending holidays, birthdays, and other important days together.

Moore advised her daughters on "The Drew Barrymore Show" in September 2024 to meet their father where he is, rather than holding onto who he was or what they want him to be, but who he is in the present moment.

"As a result, there is so much beauty, joy, love, and sweetness."

She added, "I cherish the time we spend together in L.A. every week.

by Lori Bashian

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