Summary
- Nick Cannon offered support to Jamie Foxx during his medical issues but was politely turned down. Foxx will address fans when he's ready.
- Nick Cannon respects Jamie Foxx's privacy and professionalism throughout his career.
- Jamie Foxx's daughter confirmed he's been out of the hospital for weeks and is doing well. He made a public appearance recently and is in good spirits.
Nick Cannon went to Jamie Foxx and his camp and offered to be "a mouthpiece" during his medical issues but was politely turned down.
“The information that is out there is the information that they want to be out there," Cannon told Extra earlier this year. "I was definitely one of those people initially with like the heavy-handed prayers ... sending positive energy, love and prayers. And they were like, ‘Yo, we appreciate all of that, but we got it.’"
The Masked Singer host confirmed that when Foxx is ready he would explain the situation, "He's going to address the awaiting fans in the world the way that only he can." Jamie Foxx was first admitted into the care of medical professionals while filming his new Netflix movie with Cameron Diaz.
In May, Jamie Foxx's daughter, 29-year-old Corrine Foxx, revealed her father had been "out of the hospital for weeks," and later that month she was seen visiting him at a physical rehab center in Chicago.
Nick Cannon Gave Us An Update On Jamie Foxx's Health
Nick Cannon released one of the earliest updates on the actor's health after the Oscar-winning actor suffered a health incident in April 2023. "I can’t really say what it is, but it’ll be out there soon."
He added, "I was reluctant to go all the way there, and even talk about it, but he gave me the blessing, so it’s a beautiful thing. He’s awake. They say he’s alert, so, we love it."
A little over a week after news broke that Jamie Foxx had been hospitalized, Cannon announced that the Django Unchained star was awake and alert. In early May, Foxx broke his silence by posting a message on Instagram. "Appreciate all the love!!! Feeling blessed,” with prayer, heart and fox emojis.
Nick Cannon later spoke to Extra host Billy Bush about the situation. Bush notes that he "understood," Ray actor “had a stroke and that he's recovering” and asked Cannon if he would be able to give an update on how Foxx was doing, to which Cannon replied, “I'm probably in the same boat as you.”
“The information that is out there is the information that they want to be out there,” he explained.
Nick Cannon Confirms Jamie Foxx Will Give Health Updates When He Is Ready
In the future, Nick Cannon will let Jamie Foxx talk about his own health issues and what happened.
Speaking to Extra TV, Cannon said, "One thing I’ve always respected about how Jamie’s moved throughout his entire career, if you’ve noticed, he’s always been somebody who is extremely professional and extremely private."
The former America's Got Talent host explained, "I mean, you don’t ever really hear anything other than just the great work that he puts forth as a professional and the fact that, you know, he’s handled this situation with the same manner, you only can respect that."
"I believe when he’s ready, he’s going to address the awaiting fans in the world [about his health scare] the way that only he can."
Corinne Foxx previously had to shut down rumors that the family were preparing for the worst. "Update from the family: Sad to see how the media runs wild. My Dad has been out of the hospital for weeks, recuperating," she wrote on her Instagram Story in May.
"In fact," she added, "he was playing pickleball yesterday! Thanks for everyone's prayers and support! We have an exciting work announcement coming next week too!"
Nick Cannon Took Over This Jamie Foxx Role After Health Scare
Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne gave Nick Cannon their blessing to take over hosting duties on the reality game show Beat Shazam, which recently aired its Season 6.
"Jamie's happy with the job that I did on Beat Shazam,'" Cannon said, revealing his role is temporary until Foxx returns. Kelly Osbourne took over Corrine Foxx' role as DJ whilst her father recovers.
"Everyone at FOX Entertainment wishes Jamie well as he continues his recovery, and we greatly appreciate Nick's willingness to jump in and help this summer," FOX said in a recent statement.
How Is Jamie Foxx Doing Since Medical Incident?
Recently, Jamie Foxx was seen for the first time since having his medical incident. The 55-year-old was recently spotted on a boat traveling along the Chicago River. It was his first public appearance since being hospitalized two weeks ago.
His daughter told People that the actor is "doing well," after experiencing medical complications. "He is just taking it easy. He's not really having any visitors or anything like that yet but he's doing really really well," the source says, following Foxx's appearance on the water.
The actor appeared in the movie They Clone Tyrone alongside John Boyega, which was released after he was hospitalized. The Star Wars: The Force Awakens actor has spoken about being in contact with his co-star.
“He finally picked up the phone. Thank you, bro,” John Boyega told People at the premiere of the Netflix movie. “He's doing well. And then, you know, we just giving him the privacy, and we can't wait for his return."
“I gave him the well wishes directly,” Boyega said being adding kind words. “I gave him all the well wishes. So I'm just gonna be waiting until he comes back out here. So take your time, Jamie. We love you, bro.”
Datari Turner, who co-produced the movie alongside Foxx, echoed Boyega's positivity, even suggesting that the actor, singer and host could be returning to work soon.
"He's doing amazing. I promise you. Doing really, really good," he on the red carpet. "[Director] Juel [Taylor] talked to him yesterday. John Boyega talked to him yesterday. He's in really, really good shape and spirits. And he'll be back on the screen. He'll be back to work very soon."
