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Jamie Foxx Reveals the Details of His Health Scare in Emotional Netflix Comedy Special

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Jamie Foxx Reveals the Details of His Health Scare in Emotional Netflix Comedy Special

As I watched Jamie Foxx‘s new Netflix comedy special “What Had Happened Was…”, I felt a profound respect and admiration for this remarkable man. His courage to face his life-threatening stroke head-on, share his journey of recovery, and transform it into an hour of laughter, music, and gratitude is nothing short of inspiring.

In a tearful exclamation, Jamie Foxx kicks off his latest Netflix comedy show titled “What Had Happened Was…,” saying “I’m back!

It’s not surprising that his recent statement isn’t typical of someone who last released a comedy special in 2002 (“I Might Need Security”), especially considering Foxx. However, his words carry weight due to the mystery surrounding him over the past year. In April 2023, he became the center of celebrity gossip mills when hospitalized during the filming of Netflix’s “Back in Action” in Atlanta, with various stories circulating about his condition – from being close to death to actually deceased or even an attempted hit meant to silence him. In the special, Foxx discloses the truth for the first time: he experienced a stroke.

If there was a concern that “What Had Happened Was…” might deceive us by promising an entire story only to switch to observational comedy about seatbelts, such worries are quickly alleviated. The special begins with a rotation of news headlines and conspiracy theories from the time of his hospitalization, followed by Jamie Foxx striding onto the stage and joyfully announcing: “I’m glad to be alive.

He expresses his joy by saying, ‘Atlanta, I can’t tell you how wonderful it feels!’ He was struggling for survival, but here he stands before you. This special, a blend of explanation, comedy, and devotion, is Jamie Foxx’s heartfelt tribute to Atlanta – the city he credits with saving his life.

2023 saw a prolonged period of speculation and misinformation regarding Foxx’s health, with various online platforms, right-wing theorists, and pop culture influencers expressing their opinions. Even though Corinne, his daughter, introduced him in the special as recovering well, many believed his condition was more severe than initially presented. There were whispers of him being in a coma or suffering from debilitating effects. Some even went as far as claiming he had passed away and that his family was concealing this information. Anti-vaccine advocates linked his health status to the Covid vaccine, while an unverified and sensational theory suggesting Foxx had been poisoned by Sean “Diddy” Combs (who is currently facing sex trafficking charges) gained traction.

In a playful manner, he humorously asserts, “Rumors on the web claimed Puffy wanted to end me. Not a chance, I bailed out of those gatherings early. Something feels fishy, this place is tricky,” referring to P. Diddy in his stand-up act.

During his hour-long performance, Foxx openly shares the tough realities of the past year in a deeply sincere manner. Prior to this, he had been guarded about his situation, sharing only brief glimpses. It wasn’t until July 2023 that he decided to speak up publicly, addressing his followers via Instagram with a heartfelt message: “I’ve held off giving updates because I didn’t want you to see me struggling,” he said. “I didn’t want you to witness the tubes connected to me and wonder if I would pull through.

In the play “What Had Happened Was…“, he fulfilled his desire to be visible while dancing and joking on stage. He showcases his dance moves and jokes with the crowd about his agility, which is even more captivating when considering the gravity of his health issues.

About the incident, he explains, “It’s a puzzle, we’re still unsure of the specifics regarding my condition,” recalling that he had been experiencing severe headaches prior to losing consciousness. “I can’t recall 20 days,” he admits, as he reconstructs the sequence of events for both the audience and himself. “The doctor told the family that I might make a complete recovery, but this will undoubtedly be the toughest year of my life,” he shares about his massive brain hemorrhage. “That’s what happened, Atlanta. Now you have the entire story.

Similar to many internet theories that stir excitement, the reality is usually less sensational. However, less exciting doesn’t mean it lacks consequence. Foxx conveys the emotional struggle of regaining his footing, walking, and self-care with deep seriousness. A significant portion of the special traces his path back to his belief in God, which he expresses passionately, much like a devoted pastor on a hilltop. He leads hymns, discusses his debates with God during his journey toward enlightenment, questioning if he deserved this suffering. Sharing his experience, he tells the captivated audience that God used his family, medical professionals, and others to help him recover.

At a deeply moving instance, Foxx introduces his youngest daughter Annelise. He shares that she was instrumental in helping him recover from near-death experiences by strumming her guitar in his hospital room. She had always dreamt of performing together, and as she plays her tune, Foxx becomes overwhelmed with emotion, weeping while tightly holding onto her shoulders.

In essence, this comedy special isn’t merely a stand-up routine but rather a joyous tribute to life. In its amusing sections, such as the anecdote about his interaction with Halle Berry during physical therapy and the impressions of stars like Denzel Washington and Katt Williams, Foxx’s comedic delivery is so seamless you might forget it’s been over two decades since his last stand-up performance, given his busy acting career spanning from his Academy Award-winning portrayal of Ray Charles to the Spider-Man franchise, not to mention his Grammy win as an R&B singer. However, the humor predominantly stems from Foxx’s approach to coping with his hardships, which he emphasizes should never be trivialized or disrespected. “I never let go of my sense of humor,” he declares about maintaining a light-hearted outlook during recovery. His resilient message that echoes throughout the performance: “If I can stay funny, I can stay alive.”>

In the climax of the special, Foxx refutes boldly the wildest conspiracy about himself – that he’s a clone who replaced the original Jamie Foxx – by transforming it into a tribute to his individuality. “There isn’t enough clone serum in existence to create me,” he exclaims to the crowd. “I’m unique, irreplaceable,” he declares, showcasing his most memorable characters from In Living Color to Django Unchained to Ray. This culminates in an exhilarating rendition of Kanye West’s “Gold Digger,” a track he once collaborated on, which he cleverly reinterprets as the ultimate hymn of admiration.

Before departing, Foxx expresses his gratitude by saying “thank you” one last time. He acknowledges his family, medical team, caregivers, the hospital, his spectators, and even those online who spread false rumors about him, albeit with a cheeky “f-ck you” preceding that thanks. In a quiet moment of appreciation, he sings, dances, and basks in the reality of being able to reveal what had transpired.

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2024-12-10 19:06

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