Jamie Foxx Calls Social Media ‘Super Dangerous’
Jamie Foxx is no stranger to fame but in a recent interview, the Oscar-winning entertainer made it clear that the spotlight isn’t what it used to be.
“Back in the day, fame was cool,” Foxx said. “But now it’s tough.” His comments came as a warning about the pressures and pitfalls of social media, which he believes is changing the way celebrities and everyday people experience validation, criticism, and self-worth.
Foxx cautioned that the scrutiny of social platforms can be unforgiving. “Everything you’re doing could be negated in one post,” he explained, pointing to how a single misstep or rumor can overshadow years of work or personal growth. It’s a reality he knows all too well.
In 2023, Foxx was hospitalized for a serious medical issue, which sparked online speculation and bizarre conspiracy theories, including a viral rumor that he had been cloned fueled in part by his role in the Netflix sci-fi satire They Cloned Tyrone. He later addressed the rumor during a Hollywood Reporter roundtable, acknowledging the surreal experience of watching misinformation spread about his health and identity.
Now, Foxx is taking his reflections to the stage. In his upcoming stand-up special ‘Victory Lap’, set to premiere on Hulu, he’ll dig deeper into the realities of modern-day fame, poking fun at and unpacking the not-so-glamorous side of life in the public eye.
As a performer known for blending humor with heart, Foxx’s take on fame in the social media age is expected to be both hilarious and eye-opening. In a world where likes can define worth and virality can derail careers, his message is clear: fame isn’t what it used to be and it’s time we talked about it.
