Lil Nas X has taken fans by surprise with an unexpected health scare, revealing that he recently suffered partial facial paralysis.
The 26-year-old rapper and singer shared the news from a hospital bed via Instagram, where he boasts over 10 million followers. In the video, he attempted to smile but could only manage movement on one side of his face.
“This is me doing a full smile right now, by the way,” he said with a crooked grin. “Bro, I can’t even laugh right,” he added, his usual sense of humor still intact despite the obvious discomfort.
The clip quickly spread across social media, sparking concern among fans and fellow artists alike.
Following the initial video, Lil Nas X updated his fans with a message of reassurance. Though his condition had not been fully explained by doctors, he made it clear that he was trying to stay in high spirits.
“Stop being sad for me!” he wrote in a follow-up post. “Shake ur ass for me instead!” His mix of vulnerability and humor helped calm some of the growing worry from his fanbase, who flooded his comment section with love and well-wishes.
Many praised his openness in sharing such a personal and unsettling experience so publicly.
By the next morning, the chart-topping artist shared a more hopeful update from home. He mentioned that some movement had returned to the lower half of his face, signaling signs of improvement.
True to form, he couldn’t resist making a joke out of the situation. “This right eye is keeping an eye out for Selen-er. It do not give a fuck,” he quipped, referencing a well-known line from Nicki Minaj on Justin Bieber’s track Beauty and a Beat.
While he remained vague about the exact diagnosis, fans were relieved to see him in better spirits and on the mend.
The sudden medical episode came as Lil Nas X was in the midst of preparing for the release of his sophomore album Dreamboy.
The album has yet to receive an official release date, but the rollout has been steady, with several singles and videos already out.
In late 2024, he kicked off the era with tracks like “Light Again” and “Need Dat Boy,” followed by his latest release, “Hotbox.”
Each drop has been met with excitement, with fans praising his evolving sound and bold visuals. His health scare, though concerning, hasn’t derailed his creative momentum—at least not yet.
Looking ahead, Lil Nas X is still scheduled to headline the Outloud Festival in Los Angeles this summer, a major celebration during Pride Month that will also feature Lizzo and Kim Petras.
The rapper hasn’t commented on whether his recent condition will affect his performance, but his determination and lighthearted resilience suggest he won’t be stepping away from the stage anytime soon.
If anything, the experience has deepened fans’ connection to him—not just as an artist, but as a person who faces challenges with honesty, humor, and heart.
