Bruce Willis: A True “Girl Dad” Through and Through

Bruce Willis, the iconic actor known for his tough-guy roles in films like ‘Die Hard,’ has taken to his new role as a grandfather like a fish to water. His eldest daughter, Rumer Willis, recently opened up about her family life on ‘Today’ with Hoda Kotb, revealing that her father is a devoted “girl dad” to her baby girl, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis.

For Rumer, seeing her parents, Bruce and ex-wife Demi Moore, as grandparents is a truly special experience. “Honestly, seeing them with her just unlocks all of these childhood memories because being a grandparent is the best,” she shares. “They have all of the love and joy without any of the responsibility, so they get to just spoil her.”

Bruce’s bond with Louetta is particularly sweet, with Rumer sharing that they have a special connection. “Lou is just starting to walk a little bit, and she was walking over to him, and it was so sweet,” she explains. “It’s so nice because I feel like my dad is just like he’s a girl dad through and through.”

Bruce’s relationship with Lou reminds Rumer of how he was with her little sisters, and she notes that he’s “so sweet with her.” Amidst the joy of his new granddaughter, Bruce is also facing a health battle after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. However, the family is feeling the love as they navigate this challenge, with Rumer expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support from fans and admirers.

“It’s such a testament to who he is,” she says. “He’s so beloved. It really makes me a proud daughter to just see how much love he’s getting.” Rumer also notes that she is proud of her family’s transparency about Bruce’s illness, hoping that it may help “another family that is struggling” and raise awareness of the disease.

In the end, it is clear that Bruce Willis is a true “girl dad” through and through, and his love for his granddaughter Louetta is a beautiful reminder of the joy and love that family can bring.