Jamie Foxx has indirectly addressed swirling rumors that Sean "Diddy" Combs was responsible for his 2023 hospitalization, a health crisis that left fans and insiders concerned for the actor's well-being. Foxx, 56, who is currently filming his new Netflix special What Had Happened Was, allegedly commented on the rumors during his recent comedy show tapings in Atlanta, Georgia. However, eyewitness accounts vary significantly regarding the tone and content of his remarks.
Three audience members present at Foxx's tapings on October 4, 5, and 6 offered differing interpretations of his comments, sparking confusion over whether the actor was joking or speaking seriously. According to celebrity videographer Choke No Joke, who attended two of the shows, Foxx said outright that Combs was responsible for his medical emergency and that he was the one who reported Diddy to federal authorities. "Jamie has a special coming out on Netflix, and he said during the tapings that Diddy was responsible for what happened to him," Choke told Page Six. He further claimed that Foxx admitted to calling the FBI on Combs.
However, another attendee, Dennis L.A. White, offered a different account. White recalled Foxx addressing the rumors by denying Combs' involvement, stating, "People keep asking me if Diddy was responsible. He was not responsible. If he was, I would've been dead." According to White, there was no mention of law enforcement or the FBI during the shows, although Foxx did spend considerable time discussing Combs, even making jokes about "baby oil."
The conflicting narratives have only fueled speculation surrounding Foxx's mysterious health scare in April 2023, which resulted in him being hospitalized in a coma for 20 days. At that time, Foxx's eldest daughter, Corinne, shared that her father had "experienced a medical complication" but provided few details. In a July 2023 Instagram video, Foxx expressed his gratitude for surviving the ordeal, revealing that he had faced a near-death experience but refrained from sharing the specifics of what had happened.
Further fueling rumors, Big Homie .CC, a celebrity security guard, told Cam Capone News that he believed Diddy had "poisoned" Foxx, leading to the hospitalization. Big Homie based his claims on comments Foxx allegedly made during his comedy shows, which he attended. According to the security guard, Foxx's decision to report Diddy to the FBI stemmed from fear for his life.
The rumors about Diddy's involvement in Foxx's health crisis have gained new momentum amid Combs' ongoing legal troubles. The 54-year-old rapper is currently in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, facing charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and other serious crimes. Since his arrest, over 100 alleged victims have come forward with claims against Combs, accusing him of orchestrating a "criminal enterprise" involving abuse, blackmail, and coercion. Federal agents reportedly found a disturbing cache of over 1,000 bottles of lubricant, illegal narcotics, and firearms during raids on his Los Angeles and Miami homes.
Choke No Joke speculated that Foxx's recent reappearance in public, following a period of seclusion, was tied to Diddy's legal troubles. "He disappeared, right? Then Puff goes to jail, and we see [Foxx] at the Dallas Cowboys game with Jerry Jones," Choke said. He suggested that Foxx's Netflix special, which reportedly includes significant commentary on Diddy, may shed light on their soured relationship.
Foxx's special, which marks his return to the stage after an 18-year hiatus, is being touted as more than just a stand-up comedy show. In an emotional Instagram post following the tapings, Foxx reflected on his health journey and the opportunity to share his story. "I had an opportunity to tell my side of the story, and there was no better place than Atlanta, Georgia," he wrote. "This is not a stand-up show; it's an artistic explanation of something that went terribly wrong."
Foxx's cryptic remarks have only heightened anticipation for What Had Happened Was, leaving fans and viewers to wonder how much of his personal struggles-and his relationship with Combs-will make it into the final cut of the Netflix special.
Meanwhile, Diddy's legal woes continue to mount. With a trial date set for May 2025, the Grammy-winning artist faces the possibility of life in prison if convicted. Despite the barrage of accusations, Combs maintains his innocence and has pled not guilty to all charges.
