Reese Witherspoon confirmed on her Instagram Stories that her father, John Draper Witherspoon, is safe following a recent health scare. Reports surfaced that the 84-year-old was hospitalized on Friday after a fall at his Nashville residence. A building staff member discovered him on the pool deck and called for assistance immediately.
The actress stated that her father is now fine and under the care of medical professionals. She shared a message of gratitude toward those who reached out to her family during this time.
John Witherspoon, a retired otolaryngologist and former lieutenant colonel in the Army Reserves, remains a private figure despite his daughter’s high-profile career. The family previously made headlines in 2012 regarding legal matters, but have since maintained a private life together in Tennessee.