Bruce Willis Bruce Willis Walter Bruce Willis (born March 19, 1955) is an American actor, producer, and singer. Born to a German mother and American father in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, he moved to the United States with his family in 1957. His career began on the Off-Broadway stage in the 1970s. He later achieved fame with his leading role on the hit television series "Moonlighting" (1985–89). He has since appeared in over 70 films and is widely regarded as an "action hero" due to his portrayal of John McClane in the "Die Hard" franchise (1988–2013), and other such roles. His credits also include
Bruce Willis him as the main character. Selected notable roles: Willis has won a variety of awards and has received various honors throughout his career in television and film. Bruce Willis Walter Bruce Willis (born March 19, 1955) is an American actor, producer, and singer. Born to a German mother and American father in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, he moved to the United States with his family in 1957. His career began on the Off-Broadway stage in the 1970s. He later achieved fame with his leading role on the hit television series "Moonlighting" (1985–89). He has since appeared in over 70 films and is