Jenifer Lewis Recovers from Near-Fatal Fall, Emphasizes Resilience

At 67, the 'Black-ish' star recounts her harrowing experience and the long road to recovery after a serious accident in Tanzania.

In November 2022, Jenifer Lewis suffered a near-fatal fall from a balcony while vacationing in Tanzania, leading to severe health issues.
The actress had to relearn how to walk and underwent nearly a year of intensive physical therapy before fully recovering.
Lewis humorously reflected on her ordeal, joking about the potential headlines had the situation turned fatal.
Doctors Without Borders airlifted her to Nairobi, where she underwent a nine-hour surgery to replace her hip socket with titanium.
Her positive attitude and determination were key to her recovery, as she pushed herself beyond her physical therapy requirements.