Hollywood can sometimes cause Jamie Foxx to feel like God is out of reach.

God has strengthened Foxx's relationship following his stroke.

Hollywood can sometimes cause Jamie Foxx to feel like God is out of reach.
Hollywood can sometimes cause Jamie Foxx to feel like God is out of reach.

In the spring of 2023, Jamie Foxx experienced a brain bleed that led to a stroke and coma. Since then, he has had a spiritual encounter with God.

The entertainer, 57, who was nominated for his comedy special "What Had Happened Was…" at the Golden Globes on Sunday, acknowledged that maintaining a relationship with God while navigating the fast-paced world of Hollywood was challenging, although he had noticed a resurgence of faith during his recovery.

"In Hollywood, God sometimes fades away, but when I spoke to him, he said, "Listen, I need you to take a moment, but when you return, I won't ask you to be an angel, just - you know - do something different.""

Jamie Foxx in a grey suit gives a serious pout to the camera on the carpet
Jamie Foxx admitted that a relationship with God is sometimes put on the back burner when you're immersed in Hollywood. (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

"When you dream about your aspirations, you only envision positive outcomes. You imagine grand careers and luxurious homes, never contemplating misfortune. However, when tragedy strikes in reality, it is crucial to have a strong support system from family and friends. In this instance, Corinne Marie Foxx and Anelise Estelle Fox provided me with the necessary support during my time of need."

Jamie Foxx in a black suit poses with daughters Anelise and Corinne in a white blazer and black dress respectively at the Golden Globes
Jamie Foxx was accompanied by his daughters Anelise and Corinne, right, at the 82nd Annual Golden Globes in Beverly Hills, California. (Gregg Deguire/GG2025/Penske Media via Getty Images)

"I am grateful for the prayers of those who supported me during my difficult times. Recently, I have been able to thank some of you personally, but I want to express my gratitude to all of you who prayed for me. Your prayers were instrumental in my recovery," Foxx wrote on Instagram in December 2023, celebrating his 56th birthday.

Jamie Foxx in a black Dolce & Gabbana suit and transparent lens sunglasses makes a silly face standing behind the podium
After experiencing a life-threatening health emergency, Jamie Foxx says his outlook on life is different. (Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)

Foxx, who spent nearly two years in a coma, now believes in living life with the mindset that there are "no bad days."

He explained, "Now my life looks like that picture on my cell phone, which I took and brightened up with the first filter."

by Caroline Thayer

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