How is Lil Nas X now? Grammy-winning rapper shares health update

Lil Nas X has revealed that he is suffering from partial facial paralysis, which means that he has specifically lost control of the right side of his face.

According to his post shared on April 15, 2025, on Instagram, the Grammy-winning artist shared the health update with his fans, along with a caption which read:

“Soooo lost control of the right side of my face.”

In the video clip shared on the social media platform, he is seen laughing from his hospital bed and says,

"This is me doing a full smile by the way," he said in the video and added, "I can't even laugh right, bro. Oh my God!"

He showed more of his paralysis on his Instagram story, where he told his fans that he has been recovering as he has been chewing a lot to make his jaw muscle stronger. “It’s much better.” He said in the video.

The exact cause of his facial paralysis has not been confirmed. However, per the Cleveland Clinic, it results from swelling or damage to the facial nerve, which can occur from an infection, trauma, or stroke.

His fans have been showing concern and support for the singer since he announced the news. Let us explore their reactions.

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Netizens react as Lil Nas X reveals he has partial facial paralysis

Ever since Lil Nas X revealed to his fans that he has been suffering from partial facial paralysis, it has sparked a wave of reactions from his fans. Many have flooded his Instagram post with messages of encouragement.

“Omg this has to be sooo scary to deal with. Sending you prayers” A fan wrote on his Instagram post.

“I love how you’re still finding joy and laughter. I almost couldn’t even be serious lol. Love you and praying for you.” Another user added.

“Get well love. Sometimes your body tells you to sit down somewhere. Rest up.” A person commented.

“I really hope this is just temporary and stress related… sending all the positive and healing vibes!!” A user added.

Others are speculating about his condition, some think that he has Bell’s palsy, a temporary condition causing facial paralysis. Others theorized Ramsay Hunt syndrome or neurological issues.

“Wait didn’t this happen to Bieber too???” A person wrote.

“Is it Bell’s palsy? If so, that’s not funny. I hope you get better soon.” Another chimed in.

“Bells Palsy! more common than people think. I’ve had it twice. stressful but you got this. Just don’t eat spaghetti because it’ll slide out the other side of your mouth.” One person joked.

“Hopefully Bell’s palsy which will improve with steroids and time xxx.” Someone else commented.

Currently, the 26-year-old rapper is busy promoting his upcoming sophomore album, Dreamboy. Although the release date of the album has not yet been revealed, the rapper has dropped several singles, including Light Again!, Need Dat Boy, Hotbox, and Lean On My Body, Dreamboy, and an eight-track EP titled Days Before Dreamboy on March 28, 2025, according to a report in Billboard.

The Georgia native has a net worth of $9 million, according to a 2024 report in Rolling Out. He rose to stardom with the release of his hit single, Old Town Road, in 2018. He released his debut album, Montero, in 2021, as per a report in Fox 5 Atlanta.