He is a retired actor, producer, and singer best known for playing the role of John in «Die Hard» film series, which made him an international action star. His career began in the late 1970s, and he gained widespread recognition in the 1980s with the series «Moonlighting». Over the years, he starred in many popular films, including «Pulp Fiction», The Fifth Element and Unbreakable having received international acclaim.
Concerning his personal life, he was previously married to D. Moore welcoming 3 daughters with her. Later in life, he got married to E. Heming who gifted him 2 more daughters. In 2022, the prominent actor retired from acting after being diagnosed with dementia. His family announced the diagnosis in early 2023. It often appears at a younger age and mainly impacts the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, which control speech, personality, and decision-making.
Due to these health issues, he retired from acting in 2022. His wife and their children have been very supportive and have openly shared updates about his condition to raise awareness about FTD. The Substance actress takes an active part in supporting him amid such a challenging period of time. While there is no cure, the diagnosis brought clarity, and his loved ones remain hopeful for future medical advancements.
One of his older daughters has also shared a positive update, saying that he is «doing really well» and that the family is staying close and supportive during this time. Although the retired star has mostly stayed out of the spotlight, he has occasionally made public appearances, including one to thank first responders in California.
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