Jamie Foxx is opening up about a life-changing health scare that kept him out of the public eye for months. In his new Netflix special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…, the actor and comedian reflects on his challenging recovery journey, sharing personal details, and experiences.
Here’s what Jamie Foxx has to say about his health in the new Netflix special.
What did Jamie Foxx say about his health in the New Netflix special?
Jamie Foxx has opened up about the health crisis that left him fighting for his life and out of the public eye for months in early 2023. In his Netflix special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…, the actor-comedian recounted the terrifying experience of suffering a stroke caused by a brain bleed.
Foxx begins by addressing the swirling rumors about his condition during his absence. He joked about internet theories that claimed he was paralyzed or worse. He even references the wild speculation involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, quipping, “The internet said that Puffy tried to kill me, that’s what the internet was saying. I know what you thinkin’…. did-he?”
In April 2023, Foxx experienced a severe headache that turned out to be a “brain bleed,” leading to a stroke. He credits his sister, Deidra Dixon, for recognizing the urgency and driving him to Atlanta’s Piedmont Hospital, where doctors acted swiftly to save his life. Reflecting on the ordeal, Foxx admits, “I don’t remember 20 days,” and describes the experience as transformative, calling it a “come-back-to-God” moment.
He laughed off the internet gossip, saying, “They said I was paralyzed. They said I couldn’t walk. Well, look at me now.” However, Foxx admitted that recovery proved to be quite challenging. He woke up in a wheelchair, initially struggling to accept his condition. But, with the unwavering support of his family and a rigorous rehabilitation process, he found his strength. He credits his daughter Anelise, who snuck into his hospital room to play guitar and inspired him to keep fighting.
