The moving reflection of Bruce Willis' wife after the death of Gene Hackman and his wife

The entire world was saddened by the death of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, especially after the official causes of death and the conclusions made by authorities were revealed. In the midst of all this, Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming, shared a moving reflection on the matter.

The winner of two Oscars, aged 95, and his former wife, a 65-year-old pianist, were found dead in their residence in Santa Fe, Mexico, at the end of last February. According to investigations, it was reported that the artist passed away a week before her husband due to hantavirus, a pulmonary syndrome transmitted by infected rodents, while the performer suffered from a cardiovascular problem.

However, it was the authorities' conclusions that caused the most commotion. According to officials, it is very likely that the Hollywood legend lived with his wife’s corpse without even knowing it, since she had been suffering from Alzheimer’s for years. She was the one who took care of the actor, provided him with his medication, organized his meals, and even his get-togethers with friends, as Hackman did not have a mobile phone and did not wish to have one.

What did Emma Heming, Bruce Willis' wife, say after the death of Gene Hackman and his wife?

Heming, Bruce Willis' partner and caregiver who looks after the actor day and night since he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, shared a profound reflection on the vital importance of a caregiver in the life of a patient. “This is not something I would normally comment on, but I truly believe there is some learning in this story,” she said.

"This has made me think about a broader story: caregivers also need attention and are vital, and it is very important that we are there for them, so that they can continue to be there for their person," Emma reflected. “I believe there is a misconception that, as caregivers, they have everything figured out. They have it covered. They are good. I disagree. I think we need to support them so they can continue supporting their person.” And she wanted to conclude her reflection with this phrase: “Caregivers also need care. Period. End of story. #supportcaregivers.”

Taking care of Willis has not been easy for his family, especially for Emma, who is his main source of support. Heming has chosen the best path to make her husband’s life happier: learning and knowing everything about this disease to better take care of the father of her daughters. In fact, she wrote a book, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path, which will be available in bookstores on September 9th.