Jamie Foxx has publicly expressed his gratitude to his sister, Deidra Dixon, for saving his life during a medical emergency he experienced in April, according to CNN.

The actor and musician, who was hospitalized due to an undisclosed "medical complication," posted a heartfelt birthday message to Deidra on Instagram.

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In the caption of the post, Foxx praised his sister for her courage and described her as a magical and beautiful person.

He credited her decisions with ensuring he did not lose his life during the medical crisis.

The post also included a series of photos of Jamie Foxx sister, Deidra, and one with the two of them together.

In the past year, the Foxx family has experienced the loss of another sister, DeOndra Dixon, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 36.

Despite his health challenges, Jamie Foxx has been spotted in Chicago over the summer, where he has been undergoing physical rehabilitation care at a medical facility.

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In the wake of Jamie Foxx health scare, rumors began to circulate about his health, with speculation suggesting he was blind or paralyzed.

In response, the comedian addressed these rumors in a video, setting the record straight and explaining why he had not shared more details about his medical struggle, HuffPost reports.

Foxx revealed that he went through a challenging ordeal, something he never expected to experience.

He described his journey as going "to hell and back" and encountering some obstacles on his road to recovery.

The actor emphasized that he wanted his fans to remember him in a positive light, laughing, having fun, and enjoying life.

He chose not to share images of himself in a vulnerable state with tubes and medical equipment, as he wanted to spare his fans from witnessing that side of his journey.

In his video message, Foxx expressed his gratitude to his supporters for their well-wishes and prayers.

He acknowledged the role of God in his recovery and credited the love and prayers of his fans for helping him through this difficult time.

Foxx assured his fans that he is on the path to recovery and thanked them for their continuous support.

Jamie Foxx Health Scare

Jamie Foxx was filming the movie "Back in Action" in Atlanta, Georgia, when he experienced a health scare and was hospitalized on April 11.

During the incident, he was reportedly not on the film set, and he was not rushed to the hospital by an emergency vehicle.

After being admitted to the medical facility, Foxx remained there for a week. Sources close to the situation shared that medical professionals were running tests to determine the cause of his health issues.

Throughout his hospitalization, Foxx showed signs of improvement, and he continued to recover under medical care.

His daughter, Corinne Foxx, expressed gratitude for the quick and excellent care provided, stating that her father was already on his way to recovery.

While the specifics of Foxx's medical condition were not disclosed publicly, speculation among fans suggested that it could have been a stroke caused by stress.

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