Rumer Willis, daughter of Hollywood legends Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, has confirmed her split from partner Derek Richard Thomas, 16 months after the birth of their daughter, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis.
The 36-year-old actress revealed the news during an Instagram Q&A session, stating that she is now “single momming it and co-parenting” with her ex-partner.
Rumer expressed her gratitude for her daughter, saying, “I’m so grateful for Lou. She is the best thing in my life, and I am forever grateful I was able to have the time in that relationship for her to come into my life.”
Rumer Willis confirmed her split from Derek Richard Thomas, 16 months after the birth of their daughter, Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, in April 2023
The couple’s breakup comes nearly a year and a half after they welcomed their first child together. Rumer had previously expressed her desire to have more children, stating that she “absolutely” wants to expand her family and even wished she was “pregnant right now.”
Earlier this year, Rumer opened up about her journey as a new mother, discussing how she’s “finding” her way back to herself postpartum. She shared a heartfelt message, detailing her experiences with motherhood, relationships, and personal growth.
The daughter of former Hollywood power couple Bruce Willis and Demi Moore revealed the news during an Instagram AMA (ask me anything)
Derek, the frontman and lead vocalist of the band Vista Kicks, had previously gushed about Rumer on social media, calling her “a magical human” and expressing his gratitude for her presence in his life.
The couple had announced their pregnancy in December 2022, just months after debuting their relationship on Instagram.
After a fan asked if she and Derek were still together, the actress, 36, replied: ‘Nope I am single momming it and co-parenting’
From the moment they found out they were expecting, Rumer said they were “so excited” to start their family. She had previously spoken about her desire to become a mother, stating that it was “never a question” for her.
As the former couple navigates their new reality, Rumer remains committed to co-parenting and giving her daughter the best possible life.
