Bruce Willis (born March 19, 1955, in Idar-Oberstein, West Germany) is an American actor and producer. Raised in New Jersey, he studied drama at Montclair State University before pursuing acting professionally. After working in theater and television, he gained attention through a series of successful screen performances.
He rose to fame as David Addison in Moonlighting and became a global action star with Die Hard. Other notable films include Pulp Fiction, The Fifth Element, Armageddon, The Sixth Sense, and Unbreakable. Known for wit, toughness, and everyman appeal, he became one of Hollywood’s most recognizable leading actors.
He continued starring in major films through the 2000s and 2010s before retiring from acting following health-related challenges. His work in the Die Hard franchise and numerous box-office successes left a lasting mark on action cinema. With decades of popularity and influence, he remains an iconic figure in film history.