Photo: Lee Celano/WireImageMatthew Perryis sharing love for his friend and former costarBruce Willisthis week, in light of the 67-year-oldDie Hardstar’srecently revealed aphasia diagnosis.“Dear Bruce Willis, I’m so sorry to hear what you are going through, but you’re still the coolest man I’ve met in my entire life,” Perry, 52, wrote in aheartfelt note to Willis on Twitteron Thursday. “You will remain in my prayers for a long long time.“Maybe we should get together and watch the whole 10 yards and get a couple of hours of sleep,” theFriendsstar joked, referring to their 2004 filmTheWhole Ten Yards.That movie was a sequel to the pair’s first film together, 2000’sTheWhole Nine Yards.In total, Perry and Willis have appeared in the three movies together. After striking up a friendship onWhole Nine Yards, Perry agreed to play an uncredited role in Willis' family filmThe Kid, also from 2000.Warner Brothers/GettyWillis' family shared the actor’s diagnosis on Instagram Wednesday, writingalongside a photo of himon their Instagram feeds, “To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.““As a result of this and with much considerationBruce is stepping away from the careerthat has meant so much to him,” the caption added.RELATED VIDEO: Bruce Willis Has Aphasia and Is ‘Stepping Away’ from Acting, Family RevealsAccording toMayo Clinic, aphasia “can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written.” The clinic adds that the condition “typically occurs suddenly after a stroke or a head injury. But it can also come on gradually from a slow-growing brain tumor or a disease that causes progressive, permanent damage (degenerative).“Bruce’s family’s Instagram posts went on to say that it “is a really challenging time” for them all, “and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support.““We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him. As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that,” they concluded, signing the note from the actor’s daughtersRumer Willis,Scout Willis,Tallulah Willis,Mabel WillisandEvelyn Willis, plus Bruce’s wifeEmma Heming Willisand his ex-wifeDemi Moore.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories.In addition to Perry, other Hollywood celebrities to wish Willis well this week have included hisSixth SensecostarHaley Joel Osment, as well as that film’s directorM. Night Shyamalan.The filmmaker, 51, shared a tweet on Wednesdaysending support to the movie star, writing, “All my love and respectto my big brother Bruce Willis. I know his wonderful family is surrounding him with support and strength,” Shyamalan tweeted.He continued, “He will always be that hero on that poster on my wall as [a] kid.“RELATED GALLERY:Bruce Willis' Sweetest Moments with His Big Blended FamilyShyamalan said in a 2020 interview withThe New Indian Expressthat he and Willis have remained friends over the years, telling the outlet, “Bruce and I have actually stayed in touch and our families have stayed close. So, we’ve stayed in touch and he’s always been the big brother in my life … since I was a little kid, you know.“He added, “He’s the one that took the big risk on me and protected me.“The two had so much trust in each other that Willis even signed onto their 2000 collaborationUnbreakablewithout reading a script, as Willis told PEOPLE at the film’s premiere party.“There was no script when I said yes. It was just an idea,” Willis said. “[Shyamalan] wouldn’t tell me anything, he wouldn’t tell anybody. He just said, ‘I have an idea for a script that I want to write for you.’ I said, ‘I’m in.’ "
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Matthew Perryis sharing love for his friend and former costarBruce Willisthis week, in light of the 67-year-oldDie Hardstar’srecently revealed aphasia diagnosis.“Dear Bruce Willis, I’m so sorry to hear what you are going through, but you’re still the coolest man I’ve met in my entire life,” Perry, 52, wrote in aheartfelt note to Willis on Twitteron Thursday. “You will remain in my prayers for a long long time.“Maybe we should get together and watch the whole 10 yards and get a couple of hours of sleep,” theFriendsstar joked, referring to their 2004 filmTheWhole Ten Yards.That movie was a sequel to the pair’s first film together, 2000’sTheWhole Nine Yards.In total, Perry and Willis have appeared in the three movies together. After striking up a friendship onWhole Nine Yards, Perry agreed to play an uncredited role in Willis' family filmThe Kid, also from 2000.Warner Brothers/GettyWillis' family shared the actor’s diagnosis on Instagram Wednesday, writingalongside a photo of himon their Instagram feeds, “To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.““As a result of this and with much considerationBruce is stepping away from the careerthat has meant so much to him,” the caption added.RELATED VIDEO: Bruce Willis Has Aphasia and Is ‘Stepping Away’ from Acting, Family RevealsAccording toMayo Clinic, aphasia “can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written.” The clinic adds that the condition “typically occurs suddenly after a stroke or a head injury. But it can also come on gradually from a slow-growing brain tumor or a disease that causes progressive, permanent damage (degenerative).“Bruce’s family’s Instagram posts went on to say that it “is a really challenging time” for them all, “and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support.““We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him. As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that,” they concluded, signing the note from the actor’s daughtersRumer Willis,Scout Willis,Tallulah Willis,Mabel WillisandEvelyn Willis, plus Bruce’s wifeEmma Heming Willisand his ex-wifeDemi Moore.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories.In addition to Perry, other Hollywood celebrities to wish Willis well this week have included hisSixth SensecostarHaley Joel Osment, as well as that film’s directorM. Night Shyamalan.The filmmaker, 51, shared a tweet on Wednesdaysending support to the movie star, writing, “All my love and respectto my big brother Bruce Willis. I know his wonderful family is surrounding him with support and strength,” Shyamalan tweeted.He continued, “He will always be that hero on that poster on my wall as [a] kid.“RELATED GALLERY:Bruce Willis' Sweetest Moments with His Big Blended FamilyShyamalan said in a 2020 interview withThe New Indian Expressthat he and Willis have remained friends over the years, telling the outlet, “Bruce and I have actually stayed in touch and our families have stayed close. So, we’ve stayed in touch and he’s always been the big brother in my life … since I was a little kid, you know.“He added, “He’s the one that took the big risk on me and protected me.“The two had so much trust in each other that Willis even signed onto their 2000 collaborationUnbreakablewithout reading a script, as Willis told PEOPLE at the film’s premiere party.“There was no script when I said yes. It was just an idea,” Willis said. “[Shyamalan] wouldn’t tell me anything, he wouldn’t tell anybody. He just said, ‘I have an idea for a script that I want to write for you.’ I said, ‘I’m in.’ "
Matthew Perryis sharing love for his friend and former costarBruce Willisthis week, in light of the 67-year-oldDie Hardstar’srecently revealed aphasia diagnosis.
“Dear Bruce Willis, I’m so sorry to hear what you are going through, but you’re still the coolest man I’ve met in my entire life,” Perry, 52, wrote in aheartfelt note to Willis on Twitteron Thursday. “You will remain in my prayers for a long long time.
“Maybe we should get together and watch the whole 10 yards and get a couple of hours of sleep,” theFriendsstar joked, referring to their 2004 filmTheWhole Ten Yards.
That movie was a sequel to the pair’s first film together, 2000’sTheWhole Nine Yards.
In total, Perry and Willis have appeared in the three movies together. After striking up a friendship onWhole Nine Yards, Perry agreed to play an uncredited role in Willis' family filmThe Kid, also from 2000.
Warner Brothers/Getty
Willis' family shared the actor’s diagnosis on Instagram Wednesday, writingalongside a photo of himon their Instagram feeds, “To Bruce’s amazing supporters, as a family we wanted to share that our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.”
“As a result of this and with much considerationBruce is stepping away from the careerthat has meant so much to him,” the caption added.
RELATED VIDEO: Bruce Willis Has Aphasia and Is ‘Stepping Away’ from Acting, Family Reveals
According toMayo Clinic, aphasia “can affect your ability to speak, write and understand language, both verbal and written.” The clinic adds that the condition “typically occurs suddenly after a stroke or a head injury. But it can also come on gradually from a slow-growing brain tumor or a disease that causes progressive, permanent damage (degenerative).”
Bruce’s family’s Instagram posts went on to say that it “is a really challenging time” for them all, “and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support.”
“We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him. As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that,” they concluded, signing the note from the actor’s daughtersRumer Willis,Scout Willis,Tallulah Willis,Mabel WillisandEvelyn Willis, plus Bruce’s wifeEmma Heming Willisand his ex-wifeDemi Moore.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories.
In addition to Perry, other Hollywood celebrities to wish Willis well this week have included hisSixth SensecostarHaley Joel Osment, as well as that film’s directorM. Night Shyamalan.
The filmmaker, 51, shared a tweet on Wednesdaysending support to the movie star, writing, “All my love and respectto my big brother Bruce Willis. I know his wonderful family is surrounding him with support and strength,” Shyamalan tweeted.
He continued, “He will always be that hero on that poster on my wall as [a] kid.”
RELATED GALLERY:Bruce Willis' Sweetest Moments with His Big Blended Family
Shyamalan said in a 2020 interview withThe New Indian Expressthat he and Willis have remained friends over the years, telling the outlet, “Bruce and I have actually stayed in touch and our families have stayed close. So, we’ve stayed in touch and he’s always been the big brother in my life … since I was a little kid, you know.”
He added, “He’s the one that took the big risk on me and protected me.”
The two had so much trust in each other that Willis even signed onto their 2000 collaborationUnbreakablewithout reading a script, as Willis told PEOPLE at the film’s premiere party.
“There was no script when I said yes. It was just an idea,” Willis said. “[Shyamalan] wouldn’t tell me anything, he wouldn’t tell anybody. He just said, ‘I have an idea for a script that I want to write for you.’ I said, ‘I’m in.’ "
source: people.com
