Corey Feldman is setting the record straight after a frightening in-flight medical emergency sparked widespread concern and speculation.
The actor was rushed to the hospital after falling seriously ill on a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles earlier this week, with early reports suggesting he could be suffering from pancreatitis or gallstones.
Now, Feldman is revealing what really happened, claiming a medical misdiagnosis fueled the alarming rumors before doctors ultimately determined he was battling a severe case of food poisoning.
Corey Feldman has broken his silence after a health scare that began during a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles on Monday.
As The Blast reported, the 54-year-old became ill while onboard, and paramedics were waiting for him at the gate after the plane landed.
Early reports suggested Feldman may have been suffering from pancreatitis or gallstones, leading to widespread concern among fans. However, the actor later revealed that those reports stemmed from what he described as an incorrect preliminary diagnosis.
Addressing the situation on Instagram while promoting his new single, “What Am I Here 4?,” Feldman explained that a doctor initially believed he was dealing with a more serious condition. He also alleged that someone at the hospital shared that information with the media before his evaluation was complete.
“I WANTED 2 TOUCH BASE AFTER THAT BIG OL HEALTH SCARE & LET U ALL KNOW IM ALIVE & WELL,” Feldman wrote.
He continued: “IT WAS A BIG SCARE BCUZ A DR MISDIAGNOSED ME & THEN SOME1 ON THE MEDICAL STAFF SENT THAT MISDIAGNOSIS 2 THE MEDIA IN REAL TIME, BASED ON THE RESULT OF A PRELIMINARY BLOOD TEST!”
Feldman Reveals The Real Cause Of His Hospitalization
After undergoing multiple tests and spending the night in the hospital, doctors ultimately determined that Corey Feldman was suffering from a severe case of food poisoning.
“HOWEVER IT WAS ONLY FOOD POISONING THANK GOD! ILL B OK. NOW BACK 2 ROCK N ROLL…..” he wrote in the same post.
Before the final diagnosis was known, Feldman’s representative shared an update that the actor was resting while awaiting an MRI.
Doctors had already ruled out gallstones as a possible explanation for his symptoms, helping narrow down the cause of his illness.
Once the medical mystery was solved, the representative shared Feldman’s appreciation for the support he had received.
“Corey wants to thank everyone for all of the love and well wishes,” the representative said per the Daily Mail, adding, “He has definitely seen a lot of the messages and really appreciates everything.” What exactly triggered the food poisoning remains unknown.
As news of Feldman’s hospitalization spread, concerned fans rushed to social media looking for updates.
The actor’s most recent Instagram post before the emergency featured photos and videos from Gary, Indiana, Michael Jackson’s hometown.
Feldman had stopped there to pay tribute to the late singer before continuing to Chicago for a special screening of his 1985 classic “The Goonies.”
Initially, comments on the post focused on the event and his tribute to Jackson. However, once reports surfaced that he had been taken to the hospital, the conversation quickly shifted.
“What happened on the flight bro? Hope you’re ok,” one fan asked. Another wrote, “Just saw online you were admitted to hospital.”
Others offered words of encouragement. One fan shared “Hope you’re ok Corey! Sending love,” while another added, “Sending prayers Corey, hope you feel better soon.”
Feldman’s Busy Weekend Came Before The Medical Scare
The health emergency came at the end of a packed weekend for Corey Feldman. The actor had reunited with fellow “Stand By Me” stars Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton for special anniversary events celebrating the film’s 40th year.
The trio, joined by host Dan Pasternack, appeared at events in Indiana and Chicago honoring the beloved coming-of-age classic, which was directed by the late Rob Reiner.
The celebrations arrived months after Feldman publicly addressed being left out of an Academy Awards tribute honoring Reiner.
While O’Connell and Wheaton participated in the tribute, Feldman was not invited, a decision that generated significant discussion among fans.
Reflecting on the situation during the anniversary events, Feldman told Entertainment Weekly, “I think Jerry and Wil did what had to be done.”
He admitted that he was disappointed no one had the opportunity to share personal reflections, adding, “I personally was probably maybe a little bothered by the fact that nobody got to speak or do or say anything from their own heart.”
Corey Feldman Previously Addressed His Oscars Snub And Rob Reiner Tribute
The actor acknowledged that being excluded from the tribute felt personal, saying, “It felt a little bit like a family reunion I wasn’t invited to.”
However, he quickly redirected attention to Reiner and his wife Michele, who were tragically killed inside their Los Angeles home in December 2025.
“Instead I just want to say that I’m with the rest of us, we’re all very destroyed that things went down the way they did, losing Rob when we all thought he’d be joining us at some point for this tour and it’s a tragedy,” Feldman said.
Earlier this year, a source told the Daily Mail that Feldman had been “devastated” by the Academy’s decision and viewed it as a major “slap in the face.”
The source claimed Feldman had expected to participate, especially because O’Connell and Wheaton were included.
According to the insider, both actors allegedly sought answers from the Academy and believed Feldman should have been part of the tribute as well.
