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Nica Marie Virtudazo

Jacob Elordi Injury Update: Kendall Jenner's Boyfriend Explains Broken Heels and Cannes Jury Withdrawal

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Australian actor Jacob Elordi addresses the mystery behind his broken heels and jokes about his Cannes exit alongside the dark timing of his Euphoria character's demise. (Credit: Raph_PH/Flickr CC BY 4.0)

Australian actor Jacob Elordi has finally explained the mysterious foot injury that forced him to step away from serving as a juror at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

Speaking to his Euphoria co-star Colman Domingo during the July 20 episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, the actor revealed he broke both of his heels. This confirmation puts an end to the speculation that followed his sudden absence from the prestigious festival.

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