Jamie Foxx, 55, has the best friends in the world. After video chat for the first time about his hospitalization from “medical problem“, my friends like Will Smith, Kevin Hart, LL Cool J and many others showed him love and support in his words.
Although Jamie did not reveal what the disease was, he shut down rumors that he is “crippled” or “blind” – but admitted that he went to “hell and back” in the video of July 22. “I went through what I thought I would never face,” Jamie told fans. “I know that many people were waiting and wanted to hear new things, but to be honest with you, I didn’t want you to see me like that. I didn’t want you to see me coming out of the tubes, trying to figure out if I could make it,” he said, thanking his family and friends for their support.
Check out messages from his famous friends below.
Will Smith
Will Smith54, and Jamie have a long relationship that includes one film: 2001’s He is, which earned Will an Oscar for Best Actor. “Aww man!! Who cuts the onions? And The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air written, using onions to mean tears. “Love U Foxx!! Your Light Is Needed ‘n Appreciated Right Now!,” she added.
Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart and Jamie Foxx not only walk around the same, but the two also worked on a film together ten years ago: 2014’s. Black Phantom. Kevin wrote on Jamie’s video: “This video made me very happy. “Foxx you are an important person. We love you and we are always with you. I am happy to see my brother and happy to see that you are in good spirits,” he added with emojis.
Justin Timberlake
Back in 2010, Jamie Foxx joined her Justin Timberlake on the song “Victory” which appeared on the fourth album of the actor Best Night of My Life. “I love you, Foxx!!!” The former N’Sync member responded with a hands up emoji to show love.
Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon and Jamie has had several public appearances over the years, including in 2006 when he presented Reese with the Best Actress award at the Academy Awards for Walk the Line – a year after his victory of Ray. “Oh Jamie! So happy to see your light shine SO much!! You are loved and appreciated,” the Draper James founder wrote with star emojis.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Jamie Foxx’s bromance is not a secret on social media, and the two are connected by being men and women, strong lovers, and even interviewing each other on a YouTube video. The struggling photo left a sweet message for her friend, writing, “Hugs when I see you again,” with a heart emoji.
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton she frequently partied with “Blame It” singer Jamie Foxx in the 2000s — including at his 2007 birthday party in Las Vegas! The socialite, DJ and pop star kept her comment sweet and short, writing, “stay strong.”
Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan and Jamie worked together again, both appearing in 2001’s Just compassion. “I love you brother!!” and Faith the player sent it to his friend in the comments.
LL Cool J
Jamie is LL Cool J back to the 90s when they appeared in the 1999’s Any Given Sunday – but it didn’t always agree! A very nasty fight led to Miami PD getting involved, but the two men went on to patch things up and become friends. “I’m glad to see you again my brother,” a Mr. Smith the rapper wrote with a crown, pimp fist and arm switch emoji.
Tracee Ellis Ross
Tracee Ellis Ross she sweetly wrote that she is “sending lots of love” to the actor as he recovers from his mysterious illness.
Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek and Jamie Foxx have been friends for a long time, even though they went through 2005 where they came out and about the right amount together. “You are light and indestructible, my friend,” the Mexican-born actress wrote to Jamie.
“Rejoice in all the love that is to come, and the many blessings that await you in this next chapter of your life. You deserve to do good because you are good and kind. Thank you very much to your sister and daughter for protecting you…We are here for you,” he signed.
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