Bruce Willis’ daughter Rumer reveals how her dad inspired her baby girl’s unique name

During an Instagram Q&A on Tuesday morning, Rumer Willis shared the inspiration behind her daughter Louetta’s name. Rumer, the 35-year-old actress, and her boyfriend, Derek Richard Thomas, were asked by a fan how they chose the name for their eight-month-old. Rumer explained that the name is a combination of things that she loves.

“I’ve always had a fondness for the name Lou, whether it’s for a boy or a girl,” Rumer said. “But when we found out that she was a girl, we decided on Louetta.” The star of “What Lies Ahead” further elaborated that they wanted a unique name that incorporated the beloved name Lou while still being distinctive and fitting for their daughter.

She continued: ‘She continued: ‘We wanted to give her options and me and my dad’s favorite singers are Lou = Louie Armstrong, Etta = Etta James, Isley = Isley Brothers.’ 

In a heartfelt homage to her father, the renowned actor Bruce Willis, Rumer Willis disclosed in an Instagram Q&A on Tuesday morning how her daughter Louetta’s first name was inspired by him.

She also posted a cute picture of herself in bed kissing Louetta, whose middle name is Isley.

Additionally, Rumer disclosed that she desired to be a mother to five or six children, or ‘as many that want to come in and have’ her as ‘their mama.’

‘Every time with her is fantastic, but when she smiles at me it’s the sweetest feeling in the world,’ Rumer exclaimed when asked about her favorite part of becoming a mother.

The actor, who debuted in the 1995 coming-of-age film Now and Then opposite her mother, also disclosed to her fans that she put on 40 to 45 pounds while pregnant.

Rumer also sent her father a “rare photo” of her when she was a baby, in which she was peacefully dozing off on his naked chest.

Rumer said on social media last month that she was “really missing” her dementia-stricken father.

The 68-year-old Die Hard actor’s health is claimed to have deteriorated dramatically in recent years due to his aphasia and dementia difficulties.

Bruce’s formerly addictive “joie de vivre is gone,” according to Glenn Gordon Caron, the creator of his iconic television series Moonlighting, who stated as much in October.

Tallulah Willis discusses her father Bruce Willis’s illness.

Unique name: In response to a fan asking how the actress, 35, and her 29-year-old boyfriend, Derek Richard Thomas selected their little girl, eight months, Rumer explained the moniker is a ‘mix of things’ that she loves

‘I have always loved the name Lou, so was thinking of that for both a boy or a girl, but then, when we found out she was a girl we came up with Louetta,’ the What Lies Ahead star explained

‘Every time with her is fantastic, but when she smiles at me it’s the sweetest feeling in the world,’ Rumer exclaimed when asked about her favorite part of becoming a mother.

Though there have been sporadic updates on Bruce from Rumer, her siblings, her mother Demi Moore, and Bruce’s wife Emma Heming Willis, there have been relatively few specifics provided regarding his physical and mental health.

Caron revealed that although Bruce is still able to connect on a human level, his charm has been diminished due to his dementia and related linguistic problems, following his recent reunion with his former star.

In a heartbreaking interview with the New York Post, he stated, “My sense is the first one to three minutes he knows who I am.” “He’s not completely verbal; he used to read a lot but he stopped reading recently and didn’t want people to know that.”

Caron, who is also credited with developing the television show Medium, continued, saying, ‘He no longer has access to all those language talents, but he’s still Bruce.

Rumer Willis is fervent when discussing maternity healthcare.

Big plans: Rumer also revealed that she wanted five or six kids, or ‘as many that want to come in and have’ her as ‘their mama’

The actress, who debuted as an actress in 1995’s coming-of-age film Now and Then opposite her mother, also disclosed to fans that she put on 40 to 45 pounds while pregnant.

“The joie de vivre is gone when you’re with him, but you know he’s Bruce and you’re grateful he’s there.”

In addition to Rumer, Bruce’s ex-wife Demi, with whom he was married from 1987 until their divorce in 2000, is the parent of his adult daughters Scout, 32, and Tallulah, 29.

In 2009, he wed Emma, and the two of them have two daughters, Mabel, who is eleven, and Evelyn, who is nine.

In a recent piece for Maria Shriver’s The Sunday Paper, Emma discussed her professional experiences in light of November’s National Caregiver Month.

Rumer Willis and her daughter go to the hair salon.

Finding a group is crucial, the devoted mother and wife wrote, adding, “With a specific diagnosis, you have a chance to find a community.” You quickly establish a connection with those who can relate to your tale.

You’re not even required to provide an explanation. The FTD community members I’ve spoken with and interviewed are incredibly compassionate and driven to improve things for the next family.

She said that raising awareness of the illness is essential.

“It is important for everyone to understand that not all dementia is Alzheimer’s and not all dementia affects memory,” the speaker said.

Rather than this, an illness such as FTD manifests as alterations in behavior, personality, language, or movement.

The advocate stated that people who have raised awareness of various ailments have “inspired and motivated” her, and “the changes that have followed have been remarkable.”

She disclosed that ‘the first disease-modifying medicines for FTD are in clinical trials right now,’ and that participants were actively being sought, as research for the condition is now under progress.

“It’s time for our community to step up and put an end to this disease,” she argued.

Emma reported that she has grown more sympathetic in the wake of The Sixth Sense star’s diagnosis.

I discover that I have more room to accommodate what other people may be going through. I’m harboring both sadness and thankfulness.

Rumer Willis observes Bruce Willis and Demi Moore dancing together.

Family: In addition to Rumer, Bruce shares his adult daughters Scout, 32, and Tallulah, 29, with his ex Demi Moore, whom he was married to from 1987 until their divorce in 2000; seen together in 2018 in LA

His second wife Emma Heming (2nd to R) has continued to share updates on his battle with dementia and aphasia, as well as the difficult of being a caregiver; seen in 2019 in LA

She added that she also wants to set an example for her daughters through her advocacy, ‘working with others, fighting through the stigma and isolation that a disease like this can bring.’ 

The former Victoria’s Secret model wrote she understands that her family’s celebrity means they have access to resources other might not be able to afford and ‘It’s important to me to be an advocate on behalf of those families who don’t have the time, energy, or resources to advocate for themselves.’ 

The Make Time Wellness founder closed by saying she has more hope now than when the Die Hard star was first diagnosed.

‘I have hope in how our entire family can find joy in the small things, and in coming together to celebrate all the moments life has to offer,’ she claimed’As much as I grieve this experience daily—as I know so many others do—I also know that it has made me stronger than I ever thought possible.’