Are you wondering what happened to Lil Nas X and if he suffered partial face paralysis? The rapper recently sparked concern after revealing a health scare from his hospital bed. In a video shared on Instagram, he showed fans that he had suddenly lost movement on one side of his face, prompting speculation and support from across the internet.
Here’s what Lil Nas X revealed about his condition, hospitalization, and the reactions it’s received.
Why was Lil Nas X hospitalized?
Lil Nas X was hospitalized after suddenly losing control of the right side of his face.
In a video posted to Instagram, he said, “When I smile, this is me doing a full smile right now by the way… it’s like, what the f–k. I can’t even laugh right, bro.” The 26-year-old rapper appeared in a hospital bed, visibly unable to move half his face.
He captioned the post, “Soooo lost control of the right side of my face,” prompting fans to express concern and send well wishes. Some commenters speculated whether the rapper may be experiencing Bell’s palsy, a condition that causes sudden, temporary weakness on one side of the face.
Actress Holly Robinson Peete commented, “Is it Bell’s palsy? If so, that’s not funny. I hope you get better soon.” One fan wrote, “Hope it’s not a stroke or Bell’s palsy. I’m recovering from a stroke and it sucks. Sending positive healing energy your way babes.” Another added, “Seems like Bell’s palsy to me. You’re still looking cute, and I’m here to help if you need a nurse.”
According to the Mayo Clinic, “Bell’s palsy is a condition that causes sudden weakness in the muscles on one side of the face. Often the weakness is short-term and improves over weeks.”
Lil Nas X later reassured fans through his Instagram Stories, writing, “Guys I am ok!! Stop being sad for me! Shake ur a** for me instead!”
In another story, he shared a picture of himself and wrote, “Imma look funny for a lil bit but that’s it.” Messages of support also came from celebrities like Taraji P. Henson and Ledisi, who commented, “Get well baby” and “Get well soon!” respectively.
