Lil Nas X Shares Hospital Update After Face Incident: “Stop Being Sad for Me!
Another day, another viral moment—this time, it’s Lil Nas X checking in from a hospital bed after experiencing a bizarre health scare. The 26-year-old rapper took to Instagram on April 14 to share a video that had fans buzzing with concern. In the clip, he sported a hospital gown and a vibrant Von Dutch baseball cap, revealing that he had lost control of the right side of his face. “This is me doing a full smile right now by the way,” he quipped, attempting to show off his grin while struggling to move his jaw. The unexpected situation had him bewildered, saying, “Bro, I can’t even laugh right, bro. What the f—.” The video, captioned with “Soooo lost control of the right side of my face ????,” was a blend of humor and genuine alarm, showcasing his signature blend of charisma and vulnerability.
Fans and celebrities alike flooded the comments with their well wishes. Taraji P. Henson and Wanda Sykes were among those expressing their concern, with Sykes humorously noting that sometimes our bodies just need us to chill. Lil Nas X, ever the entertainer, quickly reassured everyone with another post, stating, “Guys I am OK!! Stop being sad for me!” He encouraged fans to focus on enjoying life instead of worrying about him, cheekily suggesting they “Sake Ur a– for me instead!” Adding a lighthearted selfie from his hospital bed, he noted, “Imma look funny for a lil bit but that’s it ????????.”
This recent health hiccup comes shortly after the release of his EP, *Days Before Dreamboy*, where he emphasized his desire to embrace authenticity and freedom in his artistry. “I wanna be myself more than ever this era. I want to be completely free out there, only doing the things that I wanna do,” he told PEOPLE at the GLAAD Media Awards. It’s clear that Lil Nas X is all about taking the reins on his life and career, even if that means facing some unexpected challenges along the way.
Though the video had fans worried, his ability to turn a potentially scary situation into something relatable and humorous is just another testament to his charm. With over 10.4 million followers eagerly awaiting updates, it’s safe to say that Lil Nas X knows how to keep his audience engaged—even when things get a bit crazy. So, while we’re all sending him good vibes for a speedy recovery, it’s comforting to know he’s still finding ways to inject humor into his healing process. If this trends, don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Dotdash Meredith
Attribution: John Shearer (Creative Commons)
