Emma Heming Willislooked back on an unexpected life-changing moment with husbandBruce Willis.
Amid the challenging chapter that the couple has faced in recent years following the actor's diagnosis with aphasia, which later progressed tofrontotemporal dementia(FTD), the British-American model, entrepreneur and advocate has been treasuring every moment with theAmerican Siegestar.
In an Instagram post, the 47-year-old author took her followers on a trip down memory lane as she reflected on the moment when she and the award-winning actor became a couple.
Celebrating 18 years since their love story began, she shared a tender message that captured the quiet intimacy and lasting impact of their early love.
The post featured a throwback photo of thePulp Fictionstar planting a gentle kiss on her head as she looked away, a softsmileon her face.
"18 years ago, he became myboyfriend. With one kiss on the top of my head, time stood still. I'm so lucky to know this kind of love," she captioned her post, sparking heartfelt reactions from followers.
The comment section was filled with admirers praising the pair's "rare kind of love."
"A rare kind of love is most affecting. He has loved you since then. You are his soulkeeper," one wrote.
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"It's just love all the way," a commenter said.
A fan also wrote a sweet comment noting, "This is real love."
"A love story until the end of time," a follower echoed.
TV host Dawn McCoy also chimed in and added, "Love your love for each other - then and now. Forever. What a beautifulfamilyyou've built, @emmahemingwillis."
The simple yet emotional message offered fans a rare glimpse into the enduring bond they've built over nearly two decades together.
Two years after they became an official couple, Bruce Willis and Emma Heming sealed their relationship with a dreamy private wedding in the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2009.
At the time, the newlyweds were surrounded by their friends and family, including his ex-wifeDemi Mooreand her then-husbandAshton Kutcher.
Joining the ceremony were Bruce Willis andThe Substancestar's daughtersRumer Willis, Scout Willis and Tullalah Willis.
Sadly, their fairy-tale love story was put to the test due to the health struggles of the two-time Primetime Emmy winner.
His condition led Emma Heming Willis to make apainful decision to live separately, ensuring he could receive the care he needed while protecting their love.
The couple has two daughters together, 13-year-old Mabel Ray and 11-year-old Evelyn Penn.
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