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Quinton Aaron shows signs of recovery after hospitalization
entertainment2 days ago

Quinton Aaron shows signs of recovery after hospitalization

Quinton Aaron, the actor who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is reportedly improving after a hospitalization for a blood infection following a collapse in Atlanta. His wife says he’s opening his eyes, giving a thumbs-up, and making progress day by day, though he remains on breathing assistance. Doctors have been monitoring his condition, and reports mention a rare cyst found on his spine; supporters have raised funds via GoFundMe to help with medical expenses.

Quinton Aaron on life support after severe blood infection
entertainment2 days ago

Quinton Aaron on life support after severe blood infection

Quinton Aaron, the actor who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is on life support after a severe blood infection. His wife Margarita Aaron said doctors intubated him and are running tests with ongoing antibiotics, describing his status as day-to-day. A GoFundMe for his family has raised over $37,000; an update noted he has opened his eyes and has some sensation in a foot but remains on life support and faces a lengthy recovery, likely requiring rehabilitation and wheelchair use.

Blind Side star Quinton Aaron on life support after collapsing at home
entertainment3 days ago

Blind Side star Quinton Aaron on life support after collapsing at home

Quinton Aaron, who portrayed Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is on life support after a hospitalization that followed a fall at his home. His wife Margarita told TMZ he briefly opened his eyes and gave a thumbs-up as doctors test for the source of a blood infection; an update on a GoFundMe page says he has some sensation in his foot but remains on life support, with a lengthy recovery ahead involving therapy and likely wheelchair use after discharge.

Quinton Aaron Faces Critical Battle on Life Support in Atlanta
entertainment3 days ago

Quinton Aaron Faces Critical Battle on Life Support in Atlanta

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is on life support in an Atlanta hospital after a fall that led to a severe blood infection. A GoFundMe fundraiser by the Veterans Aid Network says he’s fighting for his life; an update notes he has opened his eyes and regained some feeling in his foot and will require physical therapy after release. Aaron previously disclosed losing about 200 pounds from a peak of 575 pounds.

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized After Fall, Life Support Reported
entertainment3 days ago

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized After Fall, Life Support Reported

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is hospitalized after a fall at home and reportedly on life support due to a severe blood infection, per a GoFundMe fundraiser. The family asks for privacy as he receives care; the fund, organized by Veterans Aid Network, had raised $3,000 of a $10,000 goal as of Jan. 26 to help cover medical and living costs. Aaron has since appeared in TV and film, and in 2025 he revealed a 200-pound weight loss after battling depression.

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized in Atlanta After Collapse at Home
entertainment3 days ago

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized in Atlanta After Collapse at Home

Quinton Aaron, the actor who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, has been hospitalized in Atlanta after collapsing at home. A GoFundMe page initially claimed he was on life support due to a severe blood infection, but his manager later said his condition is stable and he can communicate. Aaron reportedly fell while ascending stairs last week, though the exact cause remains unknown. The family is seeking privacy as he receives medical care, and the fundraiser has raised about $1,400 of a $10,000 goal. Aaron’s other credits include Mothers and Daughters and Halfway.

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized After Fall, Fighting for His Life
showbiz4 days ago

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized After Fall, Fighting for His Life

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher opposite Sandra Bullock in The Blind Side, is hospitalized in Atlanta after a fall at his home and is described as critically ill and fighting for his life. His manager says he’s receiving excellent medical care and asks for privacy as a GoFundMe raises funds for medical and family costs. Aaron has a history of health challenges, including significant weight loss and congestive heart failure.

Quinton Aaron defends Sandra Bullock amid 'Blind Side' controversy
entertainment2 years ago

Quinton Aaron defends Sandra Bullock amid 'Blind Side' controversy

Quinton Aaron, who portrayed Michael Oher in the film "The Blind Side," defends Sandra Bullock against calls for her to give back her Oscar following Oher's recent lawsuit against the Tuohy family. Aaron argues that Bullock should not be held responsible for the controversy surrounding the family's alleged mistreatment of Oher, and emphasizes that she was simply an actress doing her job. He also urges people to leave Bullock alone, especially considering the recent loss of her partner. Aaron shares his deep bond with Bullock and expresses gratitude for the life-changing opportunity the movie provided him.

Quinton Aaron Stands Up for Sandra Bullock in Tuohy Family Feud
entertainment2 years ago

Quinton Aaron Stands Up for Sandra Bullock in Tuohy Family Feud

Quinton Aaron, star of "The Blind Side," defends his costar Sandra Bullock amid the Tuohy family's legal battle with former NFL player Michael Oher. Aaron requests that people stop calling for Bullock to return her Best Actress Oscar and emphasizes that she had no involvement in the alleged deception by the Tuohy family. He expresses his shock and heartbreak over Oher's claims and compares those involving Bullock to looters causing havoc. Aaron hopes for a resolution that preserves the family's bond and acknowledges the positive impact of "The Blind Side." Oher is seeking the termination of his conservatorship, alleging fraud in the adoption depicted in the film and exploitation of his name. Bullock has not commented on the lawsuit.

Quinton Aaron's Exclusive Message to Michael Oher Amid Tuohy Lawsuit
entertainment2 years ago

Quinton Aaron's Exclusive Message to Michael Oher Amid Tuohy Lawsuit

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in the film "The Blind Side," has a message of empathy for Oher amid the ongoing legal drama between Oher and the Tuohy family. Oher recently filed a lawsuit against the Tuohys, alleging that they tricked him into a conservatorship and made millions off his name after the success of the film. Aaron expresses his support for Oher and hopes for a resolution, while acknowledging that Oher had previously expressed dissatisfaction with how he was portrayed in the movie. The Tuohys deny the allegations and claim that Oher has been estranged from the family for years.

Quinton Aaron Stands Up for Sandra Bullock in Michael Oher Lawsuit
entertainment2 years ago

Quinton Aaron Stands Up for Sandra Bullock in Michael Oher Lawsuit

Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in the film "The Blind Side," defended Sandra Bullock amid the ongoing legal drama between Oher and the Tuohy family. Oher filed a lawsuit against the Tuohys, alleging that they tricked him into a conservatorship. Aaron spoke out against calls for Bullock to return her Oscar, stating that her performance should not be tarnished by something unrelated to her. He expressed support for all parties involved and hopes for a resolution.