Quinton Aaron Hospitalized with Spinal Stroke Following Home Fall
The “Blind Side” actor is currently alert and recovering, his family confirmed in a statement released January 30, 2026.
Actor Quinton Aaron,best known for his portrayal of Michael Oher in the 2009 film The Blind Side,is currently hospitalized after experiencing a spinal stroke. The incident follows a fall at his home earlier this week, and his family has now shared details regarding his condition and ongoing care.
According to a statement obtained by TMZ, Aaron’s family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support he has received. “We acknowledge that you’ve heard about Quinton Aaron’s condition,” the statement read. “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 family indicated they are focused on Aaron’s well-being and will provide updates as appropriate. they have designated lifelong friend Liana Mendoza as the official spokesperson for health-related facts, urging the public to rely on her for accurate updates and cautioning against misinformation.
“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,” the family stated, emphasizing the importance of privacy during this challenging time.
Initial reports indicated Aaron was hospitalized in Atlanta after falling at his home, with his legs giving way as he ascended stairs. His manager, Katrina Fristoe, confirmed he was receiving medical attention and surrounded by family. A GoFundMe campaign launched by the Veteran’s aid Network revealed Aaron was initially on life support due to a severe blood infection, aiming to assist with medical expenses and ongoing care.
An update released on January 26th detailed a positive, albeit cautious, development: Aaron had opened his eyes and regained some feeling in one foot.However, the update also noted he remains on life support and may require a wheelchair upon his eventual discharge, necessitating ongoing therapy to regain his ability to walk.
This health challenge comes after a previous hospitalization in February 2025, where Aaron was treated for complications stemming from Type A flu and pneumonia, as reported by PEOPLE.
The Aaron family continues to request privacy as the actor focuses on his recovery. They expressed their sincere thanks for the continued support and sent “peace & Love” to all those offering well wishes.
Why: Quinton Aaron, known for his role in “the Blind Side,” was hospitalized after a fall at his home, which led to the discovery of a spinal stroke.
Who: The primary individual involved is actor Quinton Aaron. Key figures providing information include his family, manager Katrina Fristoe, spokesperson Liana Mendoza, and the Veteran’s Aid Network.
What: Aaron initially fell at home, leading to hospitalization. He was later diagnosed with a spinal stroke and was briefly on life support due to a blood infection. He is now alert and recovering, but may require a wheelchair and ongoing therapy.
How did it end? As of January 30, 2026, Aaron is alert, aware, and recovering from the spinal stroke. His family is requesting privacy and has designated Liana Mendoza as the official spokesperson.While his recovery will involve therapy and potential use of a wheelchair, he is showing positive signs of improvement, having regained some feeling in one foot and opened his eyes. The situation is ongoing, with the family committed to providing updates as appropriate.
