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Iconic 'Die Hard' Memes Show Support For Bruce Willis' Recovery

Jonathan Hayda

The indomitable Bruce Willis, the face of action cinema and star of the iconic "Die Hard" franchise, has been making headlines recently with an update on his health. As fans worldwide hold their breath, waiting for him to emerge victorious yet again, we've decided to celebrate the man who defined the modern action hero.

What better way to send our wishes for a speedy recovery than with a collection of 20 rib-tickling "Die Hard" memes?

#1. Gingerbread Done Right

Gingerbread done right Source: Imgur
Alan Rickman made his feature film debut with "Die Hard," a role that would define his career as an iconic screen villain, despite being primarily known for his UK stage and TV work prior to the film.

#2. Die Hard Advent calendar

Die Hard Advent calendar Source: Imgur

#3. Live Flaccid Or Die Hard, I Guess

Live flaccid or die hard, I guess. Source: Imgur
On the same day, in Opposite Land: "Bill Gates: Micro Soft"

#4. In The Bible Book Of Nakatomians

In the Bible book of Nakatomians Source: Imgur
Bruce Willis, despite enduring various injuries for his role as John McClane, suffered hearing loss during filming due to the use of extra-loud blanks for realism. This was the only real-life damage he sustained on set.

#5. Beats Home Alone A Mile Away

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We need a tradition where Bruce Willis drops a Hans Gruber mockup off that building to Officially announce the Christmas Season.

#6. Use This Next Time As An X Mas Card To Your Friends

Use This Next Time As An X Mas Card To Your Friends Source: Imgur

#7. Never Forget

Never Forget Source: Imgur
"Die Hard" is one of those legendary films, like "Apocalypse Now" and "Rambo," that many don't realize was adapted from a book. "Nothing Lasts Forever" by Roderick Thorp, written in 1979, served as the basis for the movie, and it was a sequel to Thorp's 1966 book "The Detective," also turned into a film starring Frank Sinatra.

#8. This Guy Too

This Guy Too Source: Imgur

#9. National Geographic Die Hard Version

National Geographic Die Hard Version Source: Imgur

#10. John McClane > Rambo

John McClane > Rambo Source: Imgur
Thorp's inspiration for "Nothing Lasts Forever" came from a dream he had while dozing off during a viewing of the Steve McQueen disaster film "The Towering Inferno." In the dream, a man was being pursued through a skyscraper by armed men. This dream eventually became the storyline for his book and, subsequently, "Die Hard."

#11. Dye Hard

Dye Hard Source: Imgur
The next great Easter movie.

#12. Derrrherrrrd

Die Hard Memes Source: Reddit

#13. Or The Third Movie: Purgatory Aroused

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#14. Did He?

Die He? Source: Imgur
Sounds a little like a Philomena Cunk bit. "But did he really die hard?"

#15. It Won't

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Although "Nothing Lasts Forever" went out of print shortly after the release of the first "Die Hard" film, it was republished in 2013, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the movie.

#16. Yippee Ii Meow

Yippee ki meow Source: Imgur
That kitten deserves to be adopted, cleaned up and loved until it purrs forever.

#17. Welcometh To The Celebration, Companion Of Mine!

Welcometh to the celebration, companion of mine! Source: Imgur

#18. Yippee-ki-yay

Yippee-ki-yay Source: Imgur

#19. I Drink Wataaa With A Vengeance

I drink Wataaa With A Vengeance
Contrary to popular internet rumors, "Die Hard" was never intended to be a sequel to Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1985 action film "Commando." Screenwriter Stephen De Souza, who worked on both films, has clarified that "Die Hard" was always conceived as a standalone movie and was never connected to "Commando."

#20. Here To Another 20 Years, Bruce!

Here To Another 20 Years Source: Reddit

Conclusion

In the world of action movies, Bruce Willis has always been the embodiment of resilience and unwavering determination. As he faces health challenges in real life, we can't help but recall the countless times he's played characters who never backed down.

From "Yippee-ki-yay" to "Come out to the coast, we'll get together, have a few laughs," the "Die Hard" franchise has given us some of the most unforgettable moments in cinema. Here's to Bruce Willis, the real-life action hero, and our wishes for his good health and a speedy recovery.

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