Jamie Foxx is speaking out after an unsettling incident at his 57th birthday dinner in Beverly Hills. The actor, who was celebrating his special day at Mr. Chow on December 13, found himself at the center of a confrontation when someone from another table reportedly threw a glass that hit him in the mouth. The impact caused a significant injury, requiring Foxx to receive stitches.
Despite the physical altercation, Foxx remained positive and shared a message of strength and gratitude with his followers on Instagram.
He posted a photo with a caption that read, “The devil is busy…but I’m too blessed to be stressed.”
In the post, he also thanked his fans for their prayers and support, writing, “The devil is a lie. Can’t win here… thank you to everybody that prayed and checked on me.”
According to a statement from Foxx’s representative, the actor is recovering after the altercation, and the incident is now in the hands of law enforcement. The situation escalated quickly, leading to the involvement of the police. A report from CBS revealed that the police were initially called to the scene due to a report of assault with a deadly weapon. However, after arriving, officers determined that the situation was not as serious as initially thought, and the altercation was categorized as a physical dispute.
A witness to the event, who spoke to TMZ, explained that the confrontation began when customers at another table were allegedly being rude and vulgar toward Foxx. The Oscar-winning actor, who was dining with his family, including his daughters Corinne and Anelise Foxx, as well as his ex, Kristin Grannis, asked the individuals to stop their behavior. The situation took a violent turn when one of the individuals threw a glass, hitting Foxx in the face.
Foxx left the restaurant before the police arrived, according to TMZ. His representative confirmed that the matter is now being handled by the authorities, and the actor’s health and recovery are the current focus. Despite the traumatic event, Foxx’s response to the situation has been one of gratitude and strength, with his Instagram message resonating with many of his fans.
This incident comes at a time when Foxx is still recovering from a serious health scare that nearly took his life. Earlier this year, it was reported that Foxx had suffered a brain bleed and stroke while filming his upcoming movie Back in Action alongside Cameron Diaz. The actor chronicles his recovery journey in his new Netflix stand-up special, What Had Happened Was… which has already garnered attention for his candidness about his health challenges.
In his post, Foxx acknowledged the difficulties that come with fame, noting that when your light shines bright, others may try to bring you down. However, he emphasized that he is built for such challenges. “When your light is shining bright… they try to bring you darkness … but they don’t know that you’re built for it… the lights have been shining bright,” he wrote, reinforcing his message of strength in the face of adversity.
Foxx’s story is a reminder of his resilience, not just in dealing with physical challenges but also with personal struggles. His health battle and recovery have been widely followed, with fans cheering on his comeback. Now, even after an unexpected and unsettling incident at his birthday dinner, Foxx’s ability to rise above and remain positive serves as an inspiration to many.
The incident at Mr. Chow serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life, especially for public figures like Foxx. However, his response shows that no matter what challenges come his way, he remains “too blessed to be stressed.”
As he continues to recover, both physically and emotionally, Foxx is set to return to the big screen in Back in Action on January 17, 2024, marking a triumphant return to work after a year of health struggles. His fans, who have supported him through thick and thin, are eagerly awaiting his next steps in his career and life.
