Bruce Willis’ daughter hits back at Instagram critics who say she shouldn’t be posting photos of him

Bruce Willis‘ daughter Tallulah has hit back at critics who claim she shouldn’t be posting pictures of her father.

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The Die Hard actor announced his retirement from acting in 2022 after receiving a diagnosis of aphasia.

In 2023, his family released a statement confirming that his condition had progressed and Willis had received a more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, known as FTD. An uncommon type of dementia, FTD causes problems with behaviour and language.

His family have often shared pictures and updated fans on his health, with a recent post on his 70th birthday.

A new post showed photos of Willis holding hands and hugging his daughter. It led to one critic writing: “I don’t think you should expose your dad to the public! He is vulnerable! And some things should be kept private! You don’t have his permission to post it!”

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Tallulah then responded: “Hi. I hear that. As a family we use our discretion when posting. Today was a great day filled with smiles.

She added: “I made the judgment call to show that to the world, because I know what he means to everyone.”

Another critic added: “Wow ,,just curious if your dad would want his battle with dementia publicized and immortalized on IG for the world to see. Who does this help,,are you raising money,,are you talking to researchers etc. If you are great. I know my mother when going through similar brain cancer and death wanted to maintain her privacy and dignity. Not being remembered like a prop while I sit on the floor and have my pic taken and then sell them to Paparazzi.”

Others though, jumped to her defence with one writing: “I think these pictures are beautiful. My dad sadly passed away last year from dementia. I took photos while he was still able to stand and hold me. Posted them on my FB for my friends who knew and loved him. Sending love.”

Another added: “Thank you for sharing bits of happiness of your dad, our hero. I respect your privacy, but so happy to see you and dad smile. That’s what it is all about. Hold him close. We hold you all close in our hearts.”

Elsewhere, actor Don Johnson also recently spoke about Willis’ health and how he gave him his big break.

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