Jamie Foxx says daughter Corinne 'saved' him after his stroke
Actor Jamie Foxx credits his daughter, Corinne Foxx, for saving his life during a severe medical emergency in 2023. The pair discussed the challenges of managing his health crisis while navigating intense media scrutiny and public speculation.
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Hear this story Jamie Foxx has long credited his family with helping him survive a life-threatening stroke, a view shared by members of his medical team.
The Oscar-winning actor teared up on the Aug. 25 episode of the " Baby, this is Keke Palmer " podcast while recalling how his daughter, Corinne Foxx , 32, stepped up to handle the medical emergency he experienced in 2023 following a brain bleed that caused a stroke , which led to him becoming comatose.
The "Ray" star told Palmer that he visited the Atlanta hospital where he was treated to speak with his medical team and learn what happened during the 20 days that he was unconscious.
"Man, your daughter saved your life," Jamie Foxx recalled his doctor telling him. "He talked about Corinne. 'She saved you.' He said, 'She’s the reason that you’re here.'"
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