Martin Lawrence is setting the record straight after a video from the “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” premiere in Los Angeles sparked unfounded speculation about his health.
The viral clip depicted Lawrence, 59, being assisted by co-star Will Smith as they waved to fans from a promotional bus. However, in a recent interview on Hot 97’s “Ebro in the Morning” show, the veteran actor dismissed any cause for concern.
“I’m healthy as hell. Stop the rumors!” Lawrence emphatically told listeners.
He explained that the scene merely captured his bemused reaction to the massive crowds gathered for a movie premiere.
“I was like, oh, this is rock concert stuff…What the hell is going on? [This is] for a movie?” he recounted with humor. The star was simply caught off-guard by the feverish reception.
Lawrence chalked up any perceived issues to the sheer pandemonium of the high-profile event.
“I’m fine. I’m in God’s hands,” he assured, making it clear the video was being misinterpreted. “I’m blessed…waking up every day. I’m all good. No need for people to be concerned.”
The actor’s firm denials put to rest rumors that had gained traction online following the premiere footage. Lawrence is gearing up to reprise his role as Detective Marcus Burnett opposite Smith in “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” the latest installment of the hit buddy cop franchise.
While Smith could be seen lending a hand to Lawrence on the hectic premiere day, the beloved comedian wants fans to know there are no underlying health battles. He’s simply counting his blessings and carrying on with work as usual.
The interview provided Lawrence a platform to clear the air directly. With his trademark charisma, he reframed the viral moment as one of industry ascendance rather than personal struggle – joking that a star of his caliber can now draw “rock concert” crowds for movie releases.