Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming shares touching snap to celebrate their daughter Mabel's 10th birthday following his aphasia diagnosis

Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming has shared a touching post to celebrate their daughter Mabel's 10th birthday, just days after it was revealed the actor has been diagnosed with aphasia, affecting his cognitive abilities.

In a Friday morning Instagram post, Emma, 43, wrote: 'That's right baby, dream BIG, keep reaching for the stars and remember to live it up! Happy 10th birthday to you Mabel Ray.'

She added: 'You are all heart and soul. Thank you for choosing us because you are so loved and respected.'

The post showed a loving picture of Bruce, 67, and his little one enjoying a day out together.

Loving: Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming has shared a touching post to celebrate their daughter Mabel's 10th birthday, just days after it was revealed the actor has been diagnosed with aphasia

The model and actress, along with Willis' daughter Rumer, posted a heartfelt message on Wednesday, announcing Willis was diagnosed with aphasia, which is affecting his cognitive abilities, and has lead to his retirement.

Heming also took to her Instagram story on Thursday evening, thanking fans for their outpouring of support for the Die Hard actor.

'Your love, support, compassion, prayers really help,' Heming began in her brief Instagram story post.

'I'm grateful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart,' she concluded.

In a Friday morning Instagram post, Emma, 43, wrote: 'That's right baby, dream BIG, keep reaching for the stars and remember to live it up!'

The original message on Wednesday began by revealing that, 'our beloved Bruce has been experiencing some health issues and has recently been diagnosed with aphasia, which is impacting his cognitive abilities.

'As a result of this and with much consideration Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him,' the statement added.

'This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support,' the statement continued.