Jamie Foxx recently came forward to speak up and comfort his fans, letting them know that he is recovering and getting better after his hospitalization for an undisclosed medical condition in April.
On an early Saturday morning, the 55-year-old actor, Jamie Foxx, went on Instagram to share a three-minute video. In the video, he directly addressed the camera, expressing his gratitude for the overwhelming support he has received from his fans since the health scare. Also, he opens up about some of the harrowing details of his experience during that time.
Although Jamie Foxx did not provide specific details about the nature of his medical condition, he did mention that his sister Deidra Dixon, and his daughter, Corinne Foxx, played a crucial role in “saving my life” during the health scare.
What Jamie Foxx said about his health struggle?
During his three-minute video release, Jamie Foxx admitted that he faced a challenging health crisis that he never thought he would experience. He acknowledged that many people were eager for updates during that time, but he chose not to share the difficult moments publicly.
Foxx wanted his fans to remember him in happier and healthier times, laughing, enjoying life, and entertaining them through his work in movies and television shows. He did not want them to witness him in a vulnerable state with medical tubes, uncertain about his recovery.
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Jamie Foxx also went out to express his deep gratitude to his family, God, and dedicated medical professionals who played a significant role in his recovery. He also expressed his gratitude and acknowledged that it is through the efforts of the medical team and God’s grace that he is able to deliver this video. Foxx stressed the importance of having a strong and protective family during challenging times, and he appreciated how they kept the situation private, shielding him from unnecessary attention.
Additionally, Foxx took the opportunity to dispel some o the rumors that had been circulating regarding his condition. He clarified that he was neither “blind” nor “paralyzed,” putting to rest any speculation about his health status.
Foxx expressed the immense difficulty he faced during his health ordeal. “I went to hell and back, and my road to recovery had some potholes as well,” he said. “But I am coming back, and I’m able to work.”
Jamie Foxx got emotional talking about his health crisis
During the video, emotions overwhelmed Jamie Foxx, and tears welled up in his eyes talking about the health challenges he faced. In a candid and unscripted moment, Jamie Foxx acknowledged the possibility of people commenting on his emotions and crying during the video. He made it clear that he wouldn’t do a second take or try to hide his true feelings.
Foxx accepted that it is what it is, and if, in the future, he’s occasionally seen getting emotional or bursting into years, it’s because the journey he went through was tough. He revealed that he had been through a challenging time, battling sickness, but now, he’s regained his strength and is ready to be seen out and about again.
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With a touch of self-deprecating, Jamie Foxx lightened the mood. He playfully reminded his fans to remember him for the jokes he cracks and the movies he makes, acknowledging that not all of them may be hits. He couldn’t resist plugging one of his professional projects, hinting that he believes there’s a good one out there.
Foxx ended his video by expressing great gratitude for the support and care he received from “some great people” who played a vital role in his recovery and acknowledged the God’s grace he received. He captioned his video, writing, “Thank u a billion to everybody… been a long road but all the prayers, great people, and God got me through….”
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