Jamie Foxx, the Academy Award-winning actor, is pulling back the curtain on his dating preferences with a mix of humor and candidness. During his latest Netflix special, What Had Happened Was, released on Dec. 10, the Ray star joked about his evolving romantic tastes and declared his departure from dating white women.
“Sisters, I’m here to tell you, I’ve been cured,” Jamie playfully crooned while performing a piano piece during his standup routine. “I’ve been cured of everything, no more white girls. I’m serious, no more white girls.”
The light-hearted confession, peppered with comedic flourishes, gave audiences a peek into the 56-year-old’s romantic reflections. He also hinted that his focus has shifted to relationships “on the Black side of town.”
A Comedic Twist on Romantic Choices
With his signature wit, Foxx took his humor further by poking fun at cultural clichés. “No more potato salad and raisins,” he quipped, drawing laughter from the crowd. “No more white girls! No more spray tan, no more big titties, no ass. No more white girls, I gotta let ’em know!”
But in true Jamie Foxx fashion, the comedian wrapped up his bit with a tongue-in-cheek clarification: “No more white girls—in public.”
Foxx’s Relationship History: From Katie Holmes to Alyce Huckstepp
Foxx’s remarks come after years of public intrigue surrounding his dating life. The actor, known for his low-key approach to relationships, has had a history of high-profile romances. Most recently, he’s been linked to Alyce Huckstepp, with whom he was spotted sharing affectionate moments aboard a yacht in Cannes in May 2022. The pair also attended his daughter Corinne’s wedding together in September, just months after Foxx’s recovery from a health scare involving a brain bleed and stroke.
Prior to Alyce, Foxx was in a six-year relationship with actress Katie Holmes. The couple, who kept their relationship under wraps for much of their time together, made their red-carpet debut at the 2019 Met Gala before parting ways three months later.
Jamie’s Take on Marriage: A Different Perspective
While Foxx’s comedic special gave audiences a glimpse into his dating preferences, his stance on marriage remains unchanged. In a 2021 interview with E! News, the actor shared his reasons for avoiding traditional marital norms.
“The 2.5 children, the wood paneling on the station wagon, and the cottage,” Foxx said of the stereotypical family life. “I didn’t think that was for me.”
For Foxx, his focus has always been on his daughters—Corinne, 30, and Anelise Bishop, 16—whom he shares with former partners Connie Kline and Kristin Grannis, respectively. He’s expressed pride in his role as a father and has often highlighted the unconventional but meaningful bond he shares with his family.
Balancing Privacy and Public Life
Despite being in the public eye, Foxx has been careful about revealing too much about his personal life. His Netflix special, though humorous, offered a rare glimpse into the actor’s candid thoughts on relationships and the complexities of navigating fame while maintaining privacy.
His ability to mix humor with vulnerability resonates deeply with audiences. Whether he’s on stage cracking jokes or on screen delivering powerful performances, Jamie Foxx continues to capture attention—and hearts—with his authenticity.
