Demi Moore claims Rumer Willis' ex tried to 'dictate and control' her daughter in custody battle declaration
Demi Moore has come to the defense of her daughter Rumer Willis amid a contentious custody battle with Rumer's ex, Derek Richard Thomas. In a declaration, Moore accused Thomas of attempting to control Rumer's environment and exhibiting emotionally abusive behavior. The situation escalated during Rumer's labor, where Thomas allegedly acted inappropriately and selfishly.
- ▪Demi Moore filed a declaration supporting her daughter Rumer Willis in a custody battle with ex Derek Richard Thomas.
- ▪Moore claimed to have firsthand knowledge of Thomas's desire to control Rumer's environment, particularly during her labor.
- ▪Thomas reportedly disrupted Rumer's home birth by entering the birthing tub without permission and acted inappropriately throughout the process.
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In Court Demi Moore claims Rumer Willis' ex tried to 'dictate and control' her daughter in custody battle declaration 'Landman' actress Demi Moore filed a declaration claiming her daughter's ex tried to cut off family support By Tracy Wright Fox News Published May 28, 2026 6:39pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines of May 28 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Demi Moore fiercely defended Rumer Willis as her daughter waded into a bitter custody battle with ex Derek Richard Thomas, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital.
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