Jamie Foxx’S family has revealed the actor, comedian and musician was hospitalised in April 2023 due to a “medical complication”.
The Oscar winner was shooting a new Hollywood blockbuster in Atlanta when he fell ill and was rushed to hospital to the distress of his family.
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Why was Jamie Foxx hospitalized?
The details behind Jamie’s mysterious hospitalization have not been disclosed by his family who have asked for privacy at this time.
His daughter, Corinne Foxx, posted a brief statement on Instagram on Wednesday, April 12, 2023: “We wanted to share that my father Jamie Foxx experienced a medical complication yesterday [April 11].”
The statement continued: “We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers.
“The family asks for privacy during this time.”
The American actor was in the middle of filming a new Netflix comedy called Back In Action, where he stars alongside Cameron Diaz and Glenn Close, when he was struck down suddenly.
Loyal fans rushed online to share their concern and support for the comedy actor.
One fan wrote on Twitter: “Fam can they please not scare me about Jamie Foxx like that my heart d**n near sank. I’m glad he’s okay tho!”
Another fan said: “Just had a heart attack opening Instagram seeing Jamie Foxx almost died we can’t lose him too wtf.”
The movie was shooting in Atlanta at the time of the “medical complication” after previously filming in England.
How is Jamie Foxx?
Thankfully Foxx – who is known for his roles in Annie, Django Unchained, the Amazing Spider-Man movies – seems to be alright.
Corinne confirmed in the statement that: “Luckily due to quick action and great care he is already on his way to recovery.”
TMZ also reported that Foxx is “communicating now” and that was “good news” for the family.
The issue was so severe that Jamie’s family, some from out of town, raced to the hospital, according to the outlet.
No further details on the star’s condition have been revealed so far, and it is currently unclear what complication Jamie is suffering from.
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