Bruce Willis sues 'friend'

Bruce Willis

Bruce Willis is suing a childhood friend for extortion and violation of privacy.

The lawsuit claims Bruce DiMattia is threatening to publish Willis' private pictures and has been hawking a book manuscript "containing lies" about the actor. DiMattia wants Willis "to pay him over US$100,000 and buy him a car, among other things", in exchange for his silence. The actor is suing for damages in excess of US$1 million and the return of his material.