Rapper Lil Nas X, best known for his chart-topping hit Old Town Road, has been hospitalized after experiencing a sudden and alarming health issue. The 26-year-old artist, whose real name is Montero Hill, shared a distressing video on Instagram Monday night from a hospital bed, revealing that he had lost control over the right side of his face.
In the video, Lil Nas X tries to smile but struggles to move his face properly. “When I smile — this is me doing a full smile right now, by the way,” he says, visibly upset. “It’s like, what the f–k. I can’t even laugh right, bro. What the f–k! Oh my God. So yeah.” His words, filled with confusion and disbelief, reflected the severity of the situation. He captioned the post with, “Soooo lost control of the right side of my face (sic),” making it clear that he was deeply troubled by the sudden onset of the condition.
The video quickly garnered attention, with many fans and well-wishers flooding the comments section to send their support and concern. The incident has left his followers anxious, and fans are awaiting updates on his condition as more information is expected in the coming days.
In a follow-up Instagram story, Lil Nas X reassured his fans by saying, “Stop being sad for me! Imma look funny for a lil bit, but that’s it,” attempting to downplay the situation despite the apparent seriousness of his symptoms. Though he seemed in good spirits in his update, he did not provide further details on what caused his condition, and as of now, the rapper has not disclosed any medical specifics.
Reports suggest that Lil Nas X, who rose to fame with Old Town Road in 2018, remains in the hospital under medical supervision. The rapper’s rapid rise to success includes two Grammy Awards in 2020 for Best Music Video and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, along with several other nominations and accolades. Fans and fellow artists alike continue to express hope for his swift recovery, with many anxiously awaiting more details on his health status.
Lil Nas X’s fans, who have witnessed his meteoric rise from viral internet sensation to a multi-award-winning artist, are eager to see him recover and return to his full energetic self. As he continues to be monitored, the music community stands united in wishing him well during this difficult time.
