After enduring a tough medical episode, esteemed actor Jamie Foxx has re-emerged in the public eye, appearing in excellent spirits during a boat trip in Chicago. This marks Foxx's first public outing since he was hospitalized in April while filming a Netflix project in Georgia.

Foxx, 55, was seen in a video clip courtesy of TMZ, full of joy and energy, cruising along the Chicago River on a sizable boat. He was seen waving to cheering onlookers from a neighboring vessel, beaming and giving them a peace sign before returning his attention to his phone. Among those accompanying the actor were his two daughters, Corinne Foxx, 29, and Annalise Bishop, 13.

The Oscar-winning actor's upbeat demeanor was also evident on social media, where he celebrated the summer on a boat trip in a tweet, encouraging everyone to "Stay blessed!"

The vibrant appearance dispelled apprehensions around Foxx's health following his unexpected hospitalization due to an unexplained medical complication in April. The ensuing lack of details fueled widespread speculation about his condition, with some rumors even suggesting he had suffered a stroke after a COVID-19 booster shot.

Foxx, however, showed resilience. In a May Instagram post, he expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and concern he received, noting he was feeling "blessed." Later, his daughter Corinne took to Instagram to clarify that her father had been discharged from the hospital and was actively recovering. She expressed frustration with the sensationalized media narratives, noting that Foxx was back on his feet and even engaging in pickleball games.

Photos from May showed Corinne and another family member outside a Chicago rehab facility, which Foxx reportedly entered for physical rehabilitation following his hospital discharge. Corinne teased an "exciting work announcement" set to be unveiled soon, a nod to Foxx's impending return to the limelight.

Co-stars and collaborators have also expressed their relief at Foxx's progress. Actor John Boyega shared that he spoke with Foxx over the phone and was pleased with his co-star's recovery. Similarly, Datari Turner, a co-producer of their film "They Cloned Tyrone," confirmed Foxx was doing "really, really good."

The actor has yet to publicly disclose the specifics of his "medical complication." Still, his recent public appearance is a reassuring sign, showing Foxx back in his element: cheerful, healthy, and once again basking in the public spotlight.