Jamie Foxx Opens Up About His Battle with Stroke in New Netflix Special

In an emotional recount during his special “Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was...”, Foxx details the alarming sequence of events that followed his stroke, highlighting the vital role his family played in his recovery.

 

Hollywood icon Jamie Foxx recently revealed the details of his serious health scare during a Netflix special, shedding light on his hospital admission in April 2023. Foxx recounted how he experienced a sudden, severe headache and lost consciousness shortly after requesting an aspirin, resulting in a 20-day gap in his memory.

At first, his medical complications were described vaguely by his family, but in an intimate conversation with fans in Atlanta, where he fell ill, Foxx disclosed that doctors diagnosed him with a brain bleed that led to a stroke. He shared the harrowing moment when he learned from doctors that he was in grave danger, with one telling his family, "If I don't go in his head right now, we're going to lose him."

The actor expressed immense gratitude towards his sister Deidra Dixon and his daughter Corinne, who played essential roles in safeguarding his condition from the public eye during his recovery process. Foxx humorously noted how he initially resisted the idea of a stroke, stating, "Jamie Foxx don’t get strokes," but acknowledged the reality of his condition as he regained mobility and confidence in rehabilitation.

Foxx vividly described his experience during the stroke, stating, "your life doesn’t flash before your face, it was kind of oddly peaceful." He also highlighted the seriousness of his situation, revealing that his doctors had warned that the upcoming year would be challenging.

As he continues to recover, Foxx's emotional revelations serve as a reminder of the hidden struggles many face behind the scenes and emphasize the importance of family support in overcoming life's adversities.