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entertainment22 days ago•5 min saved

Care Clash Looms as Quinton Aaron Fights for Life

Quinton Aaron, the actor known for The Blind Side, is hospitalized with a severe blood infection and spinal stroke. His family has taken over his care, reportedly cutting Margarita Aaron out of medical decisions amid questions about their marriage and her claim of a ‘spiritual marriage.’ They allege Margarita may not be legally married or a legitimate registered nurse, while Margarita says she has never made medical decisions and does not have power of attorney. Aaron’s family emphasizes updates will come through a spokesperson and notes he is awake, alert and recovering; a GoFundMe has been set up to help cover ongoing expenses.

via Atlanta Black Star|

#entertainment #hospitalization #margarita-aaron

entertainment1 month ago•37 min saved

Quinton Aaron: 'Blind Side' star on life support as signs of improvement emerge

Quinton Aaron, the actor who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is hospitalized in Atlanta after collapsing due to a blood infection and remains on life support, but his wife says he is showing signs of improvement (opening his eyes and some movement) as doctors continue tests and supporters raise funds for medical costs.

via Yahoo|

#atlanta #entertainment #gofundme

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

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.

via latimes.com|

#entertainment #gofundme #health-update

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

Quinton Aaron Remains on Life Support as Wife Provides Recovery Update

Quinton Aaron, the actor known for The Blind Side, remains on life support after a fall, with his wife reporting that he has opened his eyes and shows small signs of movement while undergoing tests; his family has launched a GoFundMe to cover medical and living costs as they anticipate a lengthy recovery.

via USA Today|

#entertainment #gofundme #health-update

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

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.

via The Guardian|

#blood-infection #entertainment #gofundme

entertainment1 month ago•16 min saved

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.

via hollywoodreporter.com|

#entertainment #gofundme #hospitalization

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

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.

via wsbtv.com|

#atlanta-hospital #entertainment #gofundme

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

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.

via USA Today|

#entertainment #gofundme #hospitalization

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Quinton Aaron, 'The Blind Side' Star, on Life Support in Atlanta Hospital

Quinton Aaron, who portrayed Michael Oher in The Blind Side, is hospitalized in Atlanta and on life support after a fall and a severe blood infection; his loved ones say he is stable, but the family faces mounting medical and living costs, with supporters launching a fundraiser and asking for prayers.

via 11alive.com|

#atlanta-hospital #entertainment #fundraiser

entertainment1 month ago•15 min saved

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.

via Deadline|

#atlanta #entertainment #gofundme

showbiz1 month ago•38 min saved

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.

via Daily Mail|

#fall #hospital #quinton-aaron

legalcelebrity-scandal2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tuohy Family Accuses Michael Oher of Extortion in 'Blind Side' Court Drama"

The Tuohy family, known for their portrayal in the film "The Blind Side," has accused Michael Oher, the man the movie was based on, of attempting to extort millions from them. In court documents, the Tuohys released text messages allegedly from Oher, where he demanded money and threatened to expose them if they didn't comply. Oher claims the family took advantage of him and deprived him of millions in profits from the movie. The Tuohys deny the allegations and state that Oher was fairly compensated. The case is ongoing.

via GMA|

#court-documents #extortion #legalcelebrity-scandal

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

The Tuohys' Payment to Michael Oher for 'The Blind Side' Revealed

Court documents reveal that Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy paid former NFL star Michael Oher approximately $138,000 in proceeds for the book and film adaptation of "The Blind Side," which was based on Oher's life story. The payments were made between 2007 and 2023, with the agreement that the proceeds would be split five ways. Oher had previously accused the Tuohys of profiting off his story without his consent. The conservatorship agreement, which Oher claimed was signed under false pretenses, was terminated earlier this year. The Tuohys deny any wrongdoing and state that they supported Oher financially during his high school and college years.

via GMA|

#book #entertainment #film

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Michael Oher Receives $138K in 'Blind Side' Profits, Tuohy Family Reveals in Court Documents

Documents filed in court show that the Tuohy family, who inspired the movie "The Blind Side," paid Michael Oher over $138,000 from the proceeds of the film, contradicting Oher's previous claim that he received no money. Oher had filed a lawsuit against the Tuohys, accusing them of cheating him out of money when they served as his conservator. The court records also reveal that the Tuohys spent tens of thousands of dollars on Oher while he attended high school and college. The conservatorship has now ended, and both sides have subpoenaed financial records from each other.

via USA TODAY|

#entertainment #lawsuit #michael-oher

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Tuohys Confirm $138K Payment to Michael Oher for 'The Blind Side'

Lawyers for Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy, the couple accused by former NFL star Michael Oher of cheating him out of profits from the movie "The Blind Side," filed a court document revealing that they actually paid Oher over $138,000 in profits from the movie and book. The financial accounting, ordered by a Tennessee court, showed that the payments were made in 10 installments between 2007 and 2023. The Tuohys' lawyers stated that the profits were to be split five ways, including Oher. Oher's attorneys have not responded to the filing, and he has until November 28 to file any objections.

via ESPN|

#lawsuit #michael-oher #movie-profits