Jamie Foxx’s new Netflix comedy special, What Had Happened Was…, dives into his near-fatal 2023 health crisis, blending humor with personal reflection to connect with audiences in a raw and meaningful way.
🏥 What Happened:
• In April 2023, Foxx experienced a life-threatening medical emergency, reportedly a brain bleed that led to a stroke. The situation was dire enough to leave him unconscious for nearly three weeks.
• His sister, Deidra Dixon, quickly acted, rushing him to a hospital in Atlanta. Emergency surgery and round-the-clock care ultimately saved his life.
• The Netflix special was released today.
🎸 A Touching Family Moment: During his hospital stay, Foxx’s teenage daughter, Anelise, played guitar by his bedside, a moment he credits with helping him through the ordeal.
🎬 Inside the Netflix Special: Filmed close to the Atlanta hospital where his life was saved, the special weaves Foxx’s health journey into a mix of jokes, heartfelt stories, and reflection. Foxx also uses the platform to dispel wild rumors that surfaced during his recovery, including conspiracy theories about his health and identity.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
