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Lil Nas X Shares Update on Face Paralysis from Hospital Bed

Lil Nas X humorously addresses his partial facial paralysis in a hospital video, assuring fans he's okay and feeling better.

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  1. Lil Nas X says one side of his face is paralyzed

    The condition is usually temporary and can cause one side of the face to appear droopy.

    Lil Nas X says one side of his face is paralyzed

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  2. Lil Nas X Hospitalized After Suffering Partial Facial Paralysis

    Prior to his medical incident, Lil Nas X had been rolling out his sophomore album Dreamboy.

    Lil Nas X Hospitalized After Suffering Partial Facial Paralysis

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Updated: Apr 15th, 2025, 12:34 PM ET

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Lil Nas X is currently experiencing partial facial paralysis, humorously documented in a recent Instagram video from his hospital bed. He reassured fans about his condition, which many speculate could be Bell's palsy. Despite his struggles, he maintained a positive attitude, joking about his inability to smile and encouraging fans not to feel sad for him. As of Tuesday, he reported improvements, having regained some movement in his face. The rapper is also focusing on the release of his upcoming album 'Dreamboy,' amidst this health scare.

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