Shocking Cause for ‘The Blind Side’ Actor Quinton Aaron Health Issues Revealed
The actor who portrayed NFL played Michael Oher in the 2009 film, 'The Blind Side' is fighting for his life. And now, we've got insight on what landed him there in the first place!
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Updated as of 8:40 p.m.ET on 1/30/2026: There’s been more news when it comes to the health condition of actor Quinton Aaaron. The actor, known widely for his portrayl in the 2009 film, “The Blind Side” was hospitalized earlier this week after falling in home. Now we know what caused it.
According to a statement obtained by TMZ recently, Aaron’s family have revealed that the actor suffered a spinal stroke and thanks his fans and followers for their kind words and support.
“We acknowledge that you’ve heard about Quinton Aaron‘s condition. We appreciate the overwhelming love, support and prayers that Quinton has received over the past few days from his fans, the public, and our concerned community. To update everyone, he had a spinal stroke. He is alert, aware and recovering,” the statement began. “The Aaron family has a lot to deal with for the betterment of their loved one, but will be sure to keep everyone posted regarding Quinton‘s health as we see fit.”
They went on to stress that any other important health updates will come from their appointed chosen spokesperson and life long friend Liana Mendoza and to be weary of other info that’s released that may not be entirely factual. They concluded by thanking supporters once again and asking for respect and privacy during this tough time.
“If there continues to be indications of, or individuals who speak about his condition without consent, which violates HIPAA laws, we strongly urge you not to, because there will be legal repercussions. Thank you once again for the outpouring of love. We send Peace & Love,” it concluded.
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Quinton Aaaron, the actor most known for portraying NFL star Michael Oher in the 2009, Oscar-nominated film “The Blind Side,” has unfortunately suffered a shocking health challenge. And now, we’ve got insight into exactly what happened.
Aaron’s manager Katrina Fristoe told TMZ that the actor had been in a hospital in Atlanta following an incident at his home. According to her explanation, Aaron fell while walking up the stairs after his legs suddenly gave out and stopped working. He was then transported to a local hospital where he received medical attention. In a statement to the Daily Mail, Fristoe said that the actor was “receiving excellent medical care,” was surrounded by his family and that the latter was grateful for all the concerns and well wishes from fans
“The family deeply appreciates the outpouring of support from fans and the media but respectfully requests privacy during this time,” the statement read.
A separate GoFundMe has also been created by the Veteran’s Aid Network to help raise funds for Aaron’s medical care and revealed that the actor was “on life support due to a severe blood infection” and that the money raised will go towards his family’s “medical expenses, living costs, and the uncertainty of how long this road to recovery may be.”
An update on Aaron’s condition released Monday (Jan. 26) detailed that he had opened his eyes and regained some feeling in one foot. But the prognosis is not all that positive, as they explained that he’s still on life support and may have to be in a wheelchair upon his eventual release.
“Quinton has opened his eyes and has some feeling in his foot! He is still on life support and going through tests. We are looking at quite a recovery time and will need a wheelchair when he is released while he goes through therapy to walk again. Thank you to all of you for your support and prayers,” the update read.
Aaron reportedly suffered a different health scare in February 2025 that led to him being hospitalized from complications related to a Type A flu and pneumonia, as noted by PEOPLE. Here’s hoping that he makes a full recovery soon.
