During his acceptance speech for the AAFCA’s Producers Award, Jamie Foxx announced his intention to divulge details about his medical emergency from last year in an upcoming comedy special. Nearly a year after the health scare, Foxx, aged 56, spoke at the African American Film Critics Association’s 7th Annual AAFCA Special Achievement Awards luncheon, where he accepted the award for his company Foxxhole Productions.
Reflecting on the incident that occurred on April 11, 2023, while filming Back in Action in Atlanta, Foxx expressed profound gratitude for his recovery and emphasized the importance of cherishing life and loved ones. He acknowledged the critical support he received during his health crisis, indicating that he plans to share the specifics of his journey in his own unique way through an upcoming stand-up comedy special.
This announcement follows Foxx’s previous mention of his health scare during an emotional award acceptance speech at the Critics Choice Association’s Celebration of Cinema & Television in December. At that event, he expressed appreciation for life and shared insights into his ordeal, highlighting the transformative impact of the experience on his perspective.
Throughout his recovery, updates were provided by Foxx’s daughter, Corinne, on social media, with Foxx himself breaking his silence in May to express gratitude for the support received. As he gradually resumed public appearances, Foxx reflected on his journey, acknowledging the challenges while expressing optimism for the future.