Jamie Foxx gets standing ovation at LA award show as he opens up about overcoming mysterious health crisis

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: On Monday, December 4, Jamie Foxx made his first public appearance at the Critics Choice Association's Celebration of Cinema and Television: Honoring Black, Latino and AAPI Achievements in Los Angeles since his hospitalization in April due to a mysterious illness. 

Having said that, the actor has demonstrated remarkable resilience and made considerable progress, per USA Today. 

Jamie Foxx gets emotional while receiving award for his performance in 'The Burial'

Jamie Foxx was honored with the Vanguard Award at the Critics Choice Association's Celebration of Cinema and Television: Honoring Black, Latino, and AAPI Achievements for his stellar performance in 'The Burial'.

As he accepted the award to a standing ovation, Foxx became emotional while reflecting on the health crisis that almost claimed his life.

"I've been through some things," shared Foxx with the audience of fellow award recipients and celebrity attendees, adding, "It's crazy; I couldn't do that six months ago. I couldn't actually walk."

He paused for a moment, appearing to be overcome with emotion, and noted, "It feels good to be here. I cherish every single minute now. It's different." 

The 'Ray' actor mentioned, "I wouldn't wish what I went through on my worst enemy because it's tough when it's almost over...I saw the tunnel. I didn't see the light. It was hot in that tunnel, too; I don't know where I was going.'"

Notably, Foxx attended the Critics Choice Association event just under two weeks after being sued by an unidentified woman in New York for alleged sexual assault and battery during an encounter in August 2015. 

Internet reacts to Jamie Foxx's emotional speech

Soon after Jamie Foxx's unexpected public appearance and emotional speech surfaced, fans couldn't help but appreciate him. 

One wrote, "I pray for a total healing Amen," while another noted, "Thank God you're better now."

A person stated, "Ooh Jamie!.... Thank God you're back," and someone else added, "I'm so glad to hear that Jamie Foxx is doing better after his undisclosed life-threatening illness! Now if only he'd make a second public appearance, I'd really be impressed!"