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Sylvester Stallone made a name for himself in the 70s and 80s as one of the biggest names in action movies.
Along with many, Stallone redefined the action genre into what we see today.
However, his friend and co-star Bruce Willis announced his retirement this year, citing health problems.
Recently, Sylvester Stallone provided an update on his friend’s health.
Bruce Willis
In March 2022, Bruce Willis’ family announced his retirement after he was diagnosed with aphasia, which affects speech recognition.
The condition can cause a loss of the ability to understand or express language.
At the time, Willis’ family and loved ones released a statement online saying:
“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.”
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“As a result of this and with much consideration, Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him.”
“This is a really challenging time for our family, 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.”
Stallone
Bruce Willis’ close friend Sylvester Stallone has given fans a minor update on his health.
However, it was not the news they were hoping for.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Stallone said:
“Bruce is going through some really, really difficult times. So he’s been sort of incommunicado. That kills me. It’s so sad.”
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Expendables
When Bruce Willis’ diagnosis was announced in March, Sylvester Stallone took to social media to wish his friend well.
Stallone posted a photo of the two together, writing:
“We go back a long way. Praying for the best for you and your wonderful family.”
The two had already developed a strong friendship over the years and eventually appeared together in The Expendables franchise.
However, Willis was absent for the third film as Mr. Church.
At the time, Sylvester Stallone gave his friend a dig and tweeted:
“Willis out … Harrison Ford in! Great news! Been waiting years for this.”
Although it looked like a fallout, Stallone cleared the air.
“It’s nothing personal,” he said.
“It’s not like it got personal, and I’m sorry it did sound that way. But it was just actors talking, and things move on.”
“I think Bruce Willis is a great guy, and he does fantastically entertaining films.”
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Sylvester Stallone gives sad update on Bruce Willis’s condition
