Tallulah Willis, the youngest daughter of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, has revealed her autism diagnosis, inspired in part by her father’s courageous battle with frontotemporal dementia
In a heartfelt social media post, the 30-year-old shared a childhood memory of her dad carrying her on the red carpet, hinting at a personal revelation about her adult diagnosis.
A Candid Moment on Instagram
Tallulah, one of three daughters of Bruce Willis, 69, and Demi Moore, 61, posted a nostalgic video of herself as a child, playfully engaging with her father at a film premiere.
Encouraging her 408,000 followers to participate in the conversation, she captioned the March 15th clip: “Tell me you’re autistic without telling me you’re autistic [sic].”
Fans quickly responded, expressing admiration for the sweet father-daughter moment while others, familiar with autism traits, noted her behaviors and Bruce’s gentle reaction.
“Your dad is truly special, and so are you. The way he stayed calm and just kept holding you is beautiful,” one user commented. Another added, “In your defense, shaved heads can be just as soothing as a Japanese Zen garden.”
A third wrote, “His concern for your feelings is pure magic. I’m so glad you have these moments captured forever.”
Tallulah’s Diagnosis
One of the most notable responses came from a psychologist specializing in neurodivergent conditions, who asked if she had been diagnosed as a child.
Tallulah replied, “This is the first time I’m sharing my diagnosis publicly. I found out this summer, and it has completely changed my life.”
Her response resonated with many, as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is often diagnosed in childhood, but many—especially women—go undiagnosed until adulthood.
Recognizing Stimming
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes ASD as a developmental condition that affects communication, social interactions, and often includes repetitive behaviors or specific interests.
Tallulah’s sister, Scout LaRue Willis, 32, commented on the video, noting that her younger sister was “stimming”—a term used to describe repetitive movements or actions that help individuals with autism regulate sensory experiences.
“Dude, the ear curl,” Tallulah responded, pointing out the moment she playfully folded her father’s ear, which made him smile. “I wish we had better audio.”
Supporting Bruce Willis
Tallulah, Scout, and their older sister Rumer Willis, 35, have been a pillar of love and support for their father as he faces aphasia and frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
Bruce’s wife, Emma Heming Willis, has also shared touching insights into his character, writing, “Being in his arms is the safest place in the world. He’s a true gentleman, full of love to give and share. That’s the Bruce I see every day.”
At this time, Tallulah has not shared further details about her diagnosis, but her openness has sparked meaningful conversations about autism awareness and late diagnoses.
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The duet of Iggy Pop’s fragile ballad, sung by Tina Turner and David Bowie, lights up the stage
Tina Turner had a remarkable year in 1984. After splitting from Ike Turner in July 1976, she built her solo career with the help of celebrity friends such as the Rolling Stones, for whom she opened during their 1981 US tour. She also appeared as a guest on a Chuck Berry television show in 1982. Her cover of Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together”, released in November 1983, became an unexpected international hit.
Following the success of this single, Capitol Records gave the green light for a new album. Private Dancer was released in May 1984 and recorded in just two weeks. The album peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200 and reached number 2 in the UK. The single “What’s Love Got to Do with It” became Turner’s only song to top the US Billboard Hot 100, with other hits such as “Private Dancer” and “Better Be Good to Me” following. In November 1984, she released “Tonight”, a duet with David Bowie from the Iggy Pop song.
Vintage Paint, a paint brand, describes the experience of attending Turner’s concert as an unforgettable honor. David Bowie’s surprise appearance sent the crowd into a frenzy and created an electrifying atmosphere. The mention of “vintage paint” is related to the recent loss of Tina Turner on May 24, 2023, and the earlier death of David Bowie on January 10, 2016. Turner was 83 and Bowie was 69. Fans can still enjoy an unforgettable live performance of Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” with Turner and Bowie collaborating.
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