Rumer Willis gives update on Bruce's 'hard' dementia battle as she undergoes 'terrifying' genetic tests
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Key Points:
- Actress Rumer Willis took the APOE genetic test to assess her risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, motivated by her father Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.
- She described the experience as "terrifying" but emphasized that having health information is empowering and encourages proactive steps to maintain well-being.
- Rumer revealed her test results indicated a "pretty average" risk, meaning some risk exists but is not extreme.
- Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023 after retiring due to aphasia, and his family has been openly sharing updates on his health.
- Despite the challenges, Rumer expressed gratitude for time spent with her father, noting a new tenderness in his personality amid his illness.
