Corinne Foxx and Jamie Foxx at the Los Angeles Premiere Screening Of 'Below The Belt'

Corinne Foxx Reveals Jamie Foxx Has Been 'Out Of The Hospital For Weeks'

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By Kristin Myers on May 12, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
Updated on May 12, 2023 at 3:05 PM EDT

Corinne Foxx, the daughter of actor Jamie Foxx, is giving fans an update on her father's health scare.

Although the family has still not disclosed what medical emergency caused the actor to be rushed to the hospital while filming a movie in Georgia, it seems that he is on his way to making a full recovery. Despite headlines that the family is "preparing for the worst," Corinne revealed that not only is her father out of the hospital... he's playing pickleball!

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Corinne Foxx Says Dad Jamie Foxx Is Out Of The Hospital... And Playing Pickleball!

Corinne Foxx Gives Health Update On Jamie Foxx
Instagram Stories | Corinne Foxx

On Friday afternoon, Corinne Foxx took to her Instagram Stories to share a headline that read, "Jamie Foxx's Loved Ones Reportedly Preparing For The Worst." Underneath it, it's written, "We're praying he pulls through!" Although it sounds like the Oscar-winning actor's family is preparing for the worse, Corinne revealed that couldn't be further from the truth.

"Update from the family: Sad to see how the media runs wild. My Dad has been out of the hospital for weeks, recuperating. In fact, he was playing pickleball yesterday!" she wrote. "Thanks for everyone's prayers and support!" That wasn't the only message that she had for fans.

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"We have an exciting work announcement coming next week too!" she wrote, although fans are unsure what she could be referring to. Both Corinne and Jamie have stepped out of their roles for season six of "Beat Shazam," reportedly due to Jamie's health scare.

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Nick Cannon and Kelly Osbourne To Replace Corinne and Jamie On 'Beat Shazam'

The Fox game show "Beat Shazam" is now entering its fifth season. Jamie Foxx has been hosting since the show premiered, while Corinne Foxx joined the series in its sophomore season to serve as the show's DJ. Fans have loved watching the father-daughter duo on the Fox game show, but sadly, they will be sitting out for the show's sixth season.

On Wednesday, May 3, TV personality Kelly Osbourne took to her Instagram Stories to reveal that she was standing in the show's DJ booth. In the background, an emcee can be heard welcoming "The Masked Singer" host Nick Cannon. It appears that both Corrinne and Jamie are delighted to see Nick and Kelly taking over for them, as they said as much in an Instagram statement after the news broke.

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Nick Cannon and Jamie Foxx on 'Beat Shazam' host
Instagram Stories | Nick Cannon
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“Beat Shazam has been an unscripted mainstay on the FOX schedule for six seasons and counting,” read a statement from the show's official Instagram page. “This season, not wanting fans of the game show to miss a minute of the fun, Nick Cannon has offered to fill in as guest host for his friends, Jamie and Corinne Fox. Kelly Osbourne will be filling in as guest DJ.”

“Everyone at FOX Entertainment wishes Jamie well as he continues with his recovery, and we greatly appreciate Nick’s willingness to jump in and help this summer,” the statement concluded. Corinne shared the message to her Instagram Stories, writing, “Thank you so much @nickcannon and @kellyosbourne for filling in this season! We are so pumped for season 6!”

Corinne Foxx and Jamie Foxx at the Los Angeles Premiere Screening Of 'Below The Belt'
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Nick then shared that message to his Instagram Stories, writing, “This is your House Big Bro!! I’m nothing without you!! I love you!!” alongside a prayer hands emoji.

Jamie Foxx took to his Instagram Stories to say: “Appreciate ya my boy @nickcannon,” adding, “See u [sic] all soon.” May 3 was also the first time that Jamie took to Instagram to thank fans for their thoughts and prayers during his "medical complication."

Jamie Foxx Thanks Fans For Support Following Health Scare

Jamie Foxx Breaks Silence On Health Scare
Instagram | Jamie Foxx

Shortly after the announcement that he and Corinne were being replaced on this season of “Beat Shazam,” Jamie took to Instagram to share a brief message with his followers for the first time since his health scare began. “Appreciate all the love!!! Feeling blessed,” he wrote alongside a handful of emojis. Many fans and famous friends piled on the post to show their support for the actor.

This was the first time that the actor had posted on social media since Corinne announced his health scare on Instagram on April 12. “From the Foxx Family: We Wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday," she began. "Luckily, due to the quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery.”

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Jamie Foxx's Family Assures Fans Of His Recovery After Hospitalization
Instagram | Corinne Foxx

“We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers. The family asks for privacy during this time,” she concluded, wrapping up her statement with, “Much love, The Foxx Family.”

At this time, it is unknown when Jamie Foxx was released from the hospital or what factors contributed to his hospitalization. However, fans are just relieved that he is on the road to recovery!

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