LOS ANGELES :Bruce Willis, the star of the"Die Hard" franchise and dozens of other action movies, will retire from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia, a disease that has hampered his"cognitive abilities," his family said on Wednesday.
"This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support," his family said in a statement. Aphasia is a condition affecting an individual's ability to speak and effectively communicate with others. It usually occurs after strokes or head injuries, but can also arise over time due to brain tumors or degenerative diseases, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Larry Gordon, producer of the first"Die Hard" movie and its 1990 sequel, said he was saddened by the news of Willis' condition, telling the Hollywood Reporter that the actor was"the consummate pro and a gutsy guy."
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