In a recent interview, Landman star Billy Bob Thornton shared a few kind words about Demi Moore and her ex-husband Bruce Willis. He also recalled their first meeting and his impression of them. Since then, many have been eager to know if Bruce Willis and Demi Moore are related to Billy Bob Thornton and if they share a familial connection.
Here’s what Thornton had to say about the former couple, their history, and their special relationship.
Willis and Thornton do not have any familial connections. They are like “family” to Thornton because of their strong relationship over the years.
Recently, Thornton sat down with Fox News Digital, discussing his good relations with Landman co-star Moore and her ex-husband Bruce Willis. He described Moore as a “sweetheart” as he recalls meeting her for the first time.
He said, “She was so nice to me when I first met her, when I only had two scenes in a movie she was starring in, and she’s just as sweet today as she was then.”
Moreover, he also revealed being close to the ‘Unbreakable’ actor. He and Willis did three movies together, and during that time, Moore also visited them on sets often with the kids. He adds, “So, I’ve known them like family for a long time… she’s awesome.”
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were married in 1987 and share three children. Despite parting ways in 1998 and finalizing their divorce in 2000, they have maintained an amicable relationship over the years.
Currently, Thornton and Moore are co-stars in Landman, which is based on Boomtown Podcast by Imperative Entertainment and Texas Monthly. The series premiered recently, accumulating strong ratings and debuting with an impressive viewership of 5.2 million, per The Wrap. Created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, the drama series follows crisis executive, Tommy Norris who makes extraordinary attempts to bring his business on top when the oil business around him sees a boom.