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Jamie Foxx | Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne | Source: Getty Images
Jamie Foxx | Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx Looks 'So Different' with Lighter Skin Revealing Daughter 'Saved My Life'

Vanessa Seifert
Jul 25, 2023
11:00 A.M.
  • Jamie Foxx had fans worried three months ago after his daughter revealed he suffered a "medical complication."
  • Foxx finally shared a video thanking his family, friends, and fans for their support and prayers.
  • However, many fans believed the person in the video was a clone of Foxx.
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The multi-talented actor, singer, and comedian Jamie Foxx had fans worried when his family announced he was going through a serious medical condition.

Foxx had a great support system. His eldest daughter Corinne Foxx, whom he welcomed in 1994 with Connie Kline, made the announcement about Foxx's medical emergency. Foxx also has a 15-year-old daughter Annalise Bishop, with his ex, Kristin Grannis.

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne in Los Angeles in 2001 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne in Los Angeles in 2001 | Source: Getty Images

In a 2017 interview, the actor opened up about what it was like to raise children in Hollywood. He admitted that things get "crazy," but he was incredibly proud to witness his daughter Corinne graduate from college.

The "Day Shift" star could not have been more grateful to watch his children grow. He expressed, "It's amazing to see our kids grow up. We're so proud of them. They ended up being okay."

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When asked what his favorite thing about being a father was, Foxx said he loved how his daughters' faces always lit up when he walked into a room. He loved being there for them and helping them with different projects.

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Annalise Bishop in California, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Annalise Bishop in California, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Nothing also compares to the bit of anxiety he has as a father, always hoping his girls are safe. But in the midst of that, the actor is also proud of how open his children are with him. His most significant accomplishment as a parent is that his girls can talk to him about anything.

Foxx does his best to be a good father, but his children also praise him for being the most supportive dad. "[He] gives me the confidence to do so much," gushed his daughter ​​Corinne.

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Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne in Los Angeles in 2004 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne in Los Angeles in 2004 | Source: Getty Images

The father and daughter bond between Foxx and Corinne is very strong. The two have been by each other's side during many of the "Ray" star's accomplishments. Corinne was with her father when he received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and has attended several of his movie premieres.

Corinne Foxx Announces Her Father’s Mysterious Medical Condition

On April 12, 2023, Corinne shared a statement that Foxx had suffered a serious medical condition a day prior but assured fans that he was already on his road to recovery. "We wanted to share that my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday," she wrote.

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2015 | Source: Getty Images

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The family kept the details private, but it was reported that Foxx would need to stay in the hospital for a few days. However, whatever the comedian suffered seemed so serious that some family members allegedly flew in to see him.

Corinne did her best to keep everyone updated while also respecting her father's privacy. She assured the public he was under great medical care and asked for his family to be given privacy.

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2014 | Source: Getty Images

People were eager to find out what happened to Foxx at the time of the incident, but the information was minimal. One source said his family surrounded him, but it was unknown when he would be released from the hospital.

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx in Los Angeles in 2013 | Source: Getty Images

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Fortunately, Foxx worked his way back to recovery. His daughter recently shared a photo of herself smiling with a beach in the background. In her caption, she thanked everyone who showed her family love and support in the last few months. "Our family is grateful beyond measure. God is good," wrote Corinne.

Jamie Foxx Breaks His Silence After Battling an Unknown Health Condition

Three months after Corinne revealed her father was sick, Foxx finally broke his silence and let his fans know how he was doing. The actor started by thanking everyone for all the messages and support they extended to him.

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He said all the words of encouragement and prayers helped him get back on his feet. Foxx knew that his fans wanted updates on how he was doing, but he confessed that he did not want to be seen sick and vulnerable. The "Annie" star preferred to be remembered as the funny and talented actor and musician he is.

He also gave special thanks to his family, specifically his daughter and sister, whom he said, "saved my life."

Foxx still did not reveal what he suffered from; he just made it clear that he fought for his life. He squashed rumors about him being blind and paralyzed. The father of two also confessed that his road to recovery was not easy, but he was finally happy to be on the other side.

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

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The actor will be able to get back to work, but above all else, Foxx was in awe of the love he received from everyone, so much so that he started getting emotional.

The fact he was up and running again was a miracle to Foxx, and he made his fans and friends aware that he might be bursting into tears at any time because of the overwhelming gratitude he felt.

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

Foxx also addressed all the comments about him being cloned. But despite him proving he was not, several people still thought the person in the video was a clone of Foxx.

One Instagram user said, "You look so different," while another added, "Still don't believe this is him." Many fans were concerned about how much weight Foxx had lost and thought he looked a bit pale.

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Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

"He wasn't this light or this skinny," remarked one fan. The changes that Foxx experienced while fighting this mysterious disease worried many people. "That's a clone; where is the real Jamie[?]" added another netizen.

Those who believed that Foxx was cloned started pointing out other physical differences like his eyebrows and mustache and even insinuated that a tattoo he had on the back of his head was missing.

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

Comments about Jamie Foxx | Source: Instagram.com/iamjamiefoxx

However, the clone comments came from a place of worry. Many of Foxx's fans prayed for whatever medical condition he was fighting to let him go and for him to be back to making movies, making people laugh, and lending them his beautiful voice.

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