LAS VEGAS – Morgan Freeman’s appearance at the Pennzoil 400 NASCAR race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday captivated fans, but it was the black compression glove on his left hand that raised wellness questions. Today Pakistan News delves into the Hollywood icon’s resilience as he balances chronic health struggles with a high-profile public life, a narrative striking a chord even among Pakistan’s entertainment enthusiasts.
The 87-year-old Oscar winner, famed for his resonant voice and roles in The Shawshank Redemption and Million Dollar Baby, served as grand marshal, delivering the iconic “Drivers, start your engines” command with his signature gravitas. A viral moment with driver Bubba Wallace—gifting Freeman a U.S. Air Force hat to complement his No. 23 cap—lit up X, but fans quickly zeroed in on his subdued demeanor and the glove. “Wait what. Morgan Freeman lost a hand? #nascar,” tweeted user @whatsundersteer, reflecting confusion and concern.
Freeman’s glove isn’t new—it’s a fixture tied to a 2008 car accident that left him with severe nerve damage. “I suffered nerve damage, and it hasn’t gotten better. I can’t move it,” he once told People, describing the fallout that led to fibromyalgia, a chronic condition causing intense pain and mobility issues. “It’s the fibromyalgia. Up and down the arm. That’s where it gets so bad,” he added. The compression glove, a medical aid, boosts blood flow and curbs swelling, especially critical during prolonged stillness—like his NASCAR stint.
Despite the pain, Freeman’s grit shines. At Las Vegas, he mingled with drivers like Austin Cindric and narrated the race’s start, echoing his past NASCAR gigs—like the Daytona 500 preview last month. Posts on X praised his tenacity: “He’s been through hell and still shows up,” one fan noted, referencing his 2008 wreck that broke his arm and elbow, per expert accounts. Yet, his low-key vibe worried some. “He didn’t seem himself,” another X user observed, sparking wellness debates.
For Pakistan, where Freeman’s films enjoy a cult following, his perseverance mirrors a universal tale of endurance.
