<a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/bruce-willis-wife-pleads-with-paparazzi-to-stop-yelling-catchphrase-at-star-following-dementia-diagnosis">Bruce Willis</a> fans are feeling relieved after the star was heard speaking for the first time since his dementia diagnosis. In a new video posted to Instagram by his ex-wife Demi Moore, 60, fans were treated to a heartwarming moment showing Willis celebrating his 68th birthday surrounded by his loved ones. The clip showed the Die Hard actor singing while also speaking to members of his family including his wife Emma Heming Willis, 44, and daughters Rumer, 34, Scout, 31, and Tallulah, 29 as well as others who stood around him to join in with the singing. Willis could be seen whooping and high-fiving the people around him, clearly enjoying the festivities. Have a look at the moment below: [[jwplayerwidget||https://cdn.jwplayer.com/videos/Xj5glU9f-dkXnENEs.mp4||Xj5glU9f]] Alongside the post, Moore also included a caption dedicated to her former husband, writing: "Happy birthday, BW! So glad we could celebrate you today. Love you and love our family. Thank you to everyone for the love and warm wishes — we all feel them." Within hours, thousands of comments poured in for the star including Selma Blair who wrote: "Happy birthday to the best Bruce Willis chapstick giver ever. All love. All held in that love." "This is love," added actress Nia Long. "Love you Demi. Big love to Bruce and the family," commented British drag queen Baga Chipz. <img class="wp-image-1263201475 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.31.48-1024x208.png" alt="" width="1024" height="208" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] <img class="wp-image-1263201476 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.32.05-1024x221.png" alt="" width="1024" height="221" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] <img class="wp-image-1263201477 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.32.29-1024x200.png" alt="" width="1024" height="200" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] And fans were seemingly relieved upon seeing their hero laughing and speaking to his loved ones. "He seems A LOT better than I was picturing," said one social media user. "Yes I know, this is probably just a good moment amongst countless beast breaking and bleak times… but I’m glad he and the family could have this one. So glad he has an amazing family. Even though they’re no longer together... Demi and Bruce... THERE is couples goals." "God Bless you and Thank you for sharing Bruce with us," added this fan. "I couldn’t love this more," one said. "He looks so happy with his family," commented another. <img class="wp-image-1263201478 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.35.36-1024x332.png" alt="" width="1024" height="332" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] <img class="wp-image-1263201479 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.36.33-1024x191.png" alt="" width="1024" height="191" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] <img class="wp-image-1263201480 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.37.32-1024x296.png" alt="" width="1024" height="296" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] And we can't forget about the birthday wishes for the iconic actor - hundreds of fans wished him a happy birthday on his 68th. <img class="wp-image-1263201481 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-20-at-09.39.31-1024x478.png" alt="" width="1024" height="478" />[[imagecaption|| Credit: Instagram]] The news comes shortly after it was revealed that Willis had been <a href="https://vt.co/entertainment/breaking-bruce-willis-diagnosed-with-frontotemporal-dementia">diagnosed</a> with frontotemporal dementia. <img class="wp-image-1263201488 size-large" src="https://img.vt.co/2023/03/2J29W7G-1024x699.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="699" />[[imagecaption|| Bruce Willis announced that he will step back from his acting career after initially being diagnosed with aphasia. Credit: PA Images / Alamy]] In a lengthy post published to Instagram last month, his wife revealed that his condition has deteriorated since his aphasia diagnosis was revealed last year. "Our family wanted to start by expressing our deepest gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, support and wonderful stories we have all received since sharing Bruce's original diagnosis," Heming Willis wrote. "In the spirit of that, we wanted to give you an update about our beloved husband, father and friend since we now have a deeper understanding of what he is experiencing." "Since we announced Bruce's diagnosis of aphasia in spring 2022, Bruce's condition has progressed and we now have a more specific diagnosis: frontotemporal dementia (known as FTD)," she continued. "Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis." [[instagramwidget||https://www.instagram.com/p/Cou_gFCPvjB/]] "Bruce always believed in using his voice in the world to help others, and to raise awareness about important issues both publicly and privately," she explained. "We know in our hearts that – if he could today — he would want to respond by bringing global attention and a connectedness with those who are also dealing with this debilitating disease and how it impacts so many individuals and their families." "Bruce has always found joy in life – and has helped everyone he knows to do the same," Heming Willis added. "It has meant the world to see that sense of care echoed back to him and to all of us. We have been so moved by the love you have all shared for our dear husband, father, and friend during this difficult time. "Your continued compassion, understanding, and respect will enable us to help Bruce live as full a life as possible." [[instagramwidget||https://www.instagram.com/p/CbXh8JGLU19/]] The 44-year-old concluded that the family would be banding together to make sure Willis is well looked after during this difficult period. Our thoughts  are with the family - we hope that the actor continues to live a fulfilling life. <h6>Featured Image Credit: Album / Alamy</h6>

Bruce Willis heard speaking for the first time since dementia diagnosis on 68th birthday

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