During his acceptance speech at the African-American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) Awards, Jamie Foxx addressed jokes about his personal life, including a health scare in 2023 and his dating history. Foxx, who received the Producer Award, made light of rumors about being 'cloned' after his hospitalization and joked about the various reactions, even when he was seen on a boat on the Chicago River. He announced plans to incorporate these experiences into a stand-up routine called "What Had Happened Was."

Foxx also addressed critiques of his dating choices, making light of comments about him dating white women, referencing past relationships including one with Katie Holmes and his recent link to former Australian fitness model Alyce Huckstepp. The actor's humorous take on these topics entertained the audience at the AAFCA Awards.