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Jamie Foxx’s health scare was the talk of social media for months, as fans and the world wanted to know exactly what was going on with the talented actor/musician that landed him in the hospital. We will find out in the upcoming Netflix special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…‘
It was no secret that Foxx, who will also star in the upcoming Netflix action/comedy film Back In Action alongside Camron Diaz, was doing a stand-up comedy special that would solely focus on his still mysterious health scare, which led many to speculate what happened to the Hollywood icon.
Speaking with the African American Film Critics Association, Foxx promised to tell the world what landed him in the hospital as long as he could “do it in a funny way,” and he has kept that promise.
In the first trailer for the special, that is Foxx’s way of giving back to his fans who have supported him throughout his career and during his health scare, he tells the audience, “If I can stay funny, I can stay alive.”
Netflix describes the special: “Jamie expresses deep gratitude to those who prayed and supported his recovery, turning this performance into a touching thank you to his fans. This comedy event is a celebration of resilience, humor, and the power of community, reminding us all of the healing power of laughter.”
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was… is directed by Hamish Hamilton. Hamilton also serves as an executive producer along with Foxx, Marcus King, Datari Turner, James Longman, Raj Kapoor, and Katy Mullan.
Foxx’s tentpole Foxxhole Productions and Done + Dusted are also producing. The special premieres on Netflix on December 10. Peep the trailer below.
