MARTIN Lawrence has concerned fans with his appearance in a new video, despite slamming fears about his health.
The film star was joined by Will Smith, 55, as they promoted their new movie Bad Boys: Ride or Die on Tuesday.
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Martin, 59, and Will spoke about the action comedy on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
To end their interview, the acting due was joined by Jimmy, 49, as they sang the song Bad Boys by Inner Circle.
Martin wore all black in contrast to Will’s more colorful outfit, and stayed sitting still while Will danced around in his seat.
Many fans picked up on Martin’s less energetic performance, and quickly shared their concerns for the Hollywood legend.
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“Please pray for martin. He looks so frail,” one person commented on a post from the show shared on Instagram.
“He’s struggling,” said a second.
Over on YouTube, a third fan wrote, “Keep Martin in y’all prayers he just lost his brother and he is still working man peace and love to this strong brother!!”
“I think he’s got a health condition that he’s keeping close to the chest and it’s kinda worrying because it’s reminding me of Chadwick or even Bruce Willis,” another social media user speculated.
Despite fans’ worries, Martin recently spoke out to shut down concern over his health.
“I’m fine. I’m in God’s hands. I’m blessed, I’m glad to be waking up everyday and everything. No need for people to be concerned.
“I’m healthy as hell. Stop the rumors,” he told Hot 97’s Ebro in the Morning radio, according to Complex.
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Many fans linked Martin’s behavior to the recent loss of a loved one.
On May 19, Martin was asked about his “ride or die” during another interview with Will.
“My best friend, Larry White. My brother who just passed away, Sean Lampkin — all of those were my ride or dies. And those are my best friends that I’ve been baptized with and everything. We grew up together and all that,” he said.
Martin Lawrence’s Health Struggles
Martin recently slammed rumors of health troubles, but the actor has had several scary hospitalizations in the past.
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In July, Martin flew into a violent rage while on the set of A Thin Line Between Love and Hate.
The actor was hospitalized in Los Angeles following the incident.
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On May 8, Martin suffered a similar episode when he screamed “They’re trying to kill me!” while brandishing a pistol at a Los Angeles intersection.
He was hospitalized again, with his agent claiming exhaustion and dehydration led to his behavior.
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While filming Big Momma’s House, Martin’s preparation for the role led to a major health crisis.
The actor went on a run in a plastic suit to prepare for the suit he’d wear in the comedy, and collapsed from heat exhaustion on the hot day.
Martin fell into a three-day-long coma and recovered in hospital on a ventilator, after almost slipping into a fatal state.
Sean Lampkin died at 54 on March 8, and worked with Martin alongside their brotherly bond.
Fans picked up on Martin’s reference to his grief, and speculated that the death had impacted him deeply.
“There’s some Martin still in there. Thanks lord he’s still in acting. Let’s hope after this that he’ll continue working,” one person said.
“Martin is NOT ok. Get well Marty Mar,” wrote a second.
“I’m worried about our brother Martin. Praying for that man,” said a third.
Another simply added, “I’m very sorry for your loss Martin.”
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