Jamie Foxx, the Oscar-winning actor, celebrated his 56th birthday on Wednesday by taking to Instagram to express his heartfelt gratitude to his fans who had prayed for him during his recent near-death health crisis. Foxx, who was hospitalized in April for undisclosed reasons, revealed that six months ago, he was unable to walk.

In a series of posts on Instagram, Foxx thanked his fans and acknowledged the role their prayers played in his recovery. He wrote, "This birthday is a special one...I wanna start by saying thank you to everyone that prayed for me when I was in a bad way... here lately I've been able to thank some of you personally, but I want to say to all of you, I NEEDED EVERY PRAYER... you lifted me through... I was able to make it to today because of your prayers..."

The actor also expressed his gratitude to his immediate family and everyone who supported him during his health crisis. He described his fans as his family and thanked them for their love and support. Foxx shared several pictures on Instagram, showcasing his progress and recovery over the past six months.

This heartfelt message from Foxx comes just one week after he made his first public appearance since his health scare. Speaking at the Critics Choice Association's event, where he accepted the Vanguard Award, the actor emotionally revealed that he had "seen the tunnel but not the light" during his near-death experience. He expressed his dedication to life and his art, emphasizing the importance of not giving up on one's passion.

During his speech, Foxx avoided divulging specific details about his medical crisis but shared that he couldn't walk six months earlier. He received thunderous applause from the audience as he acknowledged the challenges he had overcome and cherished every moment of life. The actor also addressed the baseless conspiracy theories that circulated while he was in the hospital and thanked his family, including his sister and daughter, for their support during his recovery.

As Foxx continues to recover, it remains unclear whether he will return to shooting additional scenes for his upcoming film, "Back In Action," in which he stars alongside Cameron Diaz. However, sources close to the actor have revealed that he is feeling better and is excited to get back to work when the time is right.

Fans and well-wishers will undoubtedly be inspired by Jamie Foxx's resilience and gratefulness on his special day. As he reflects on his journey and the challenges he has faced, Foxx's message of gratitude serves as a reminder of the power of prayers and the support of loved ones during difficult times.