Kim Scott, Eminem’s Ex-Wife, Went to the Hospital After Fainting

Published: July 14, 2026, 5:32 p.m. ET

What Happened Recently?

Kim Scott (who used to be called Kim Mathers) is the 51-year-old ex-wife of the famous rapper Eminem. She was taken to a hospital after she became unconscious (meaning she passed out) or fainted at her home.

Here is what we know in simple points:

• On Saturday around 8 p.m., someone called for help because Kim was "unconscious/fainting" at her house in Chesterfield Township.
• People who help in emergencies (first responders) came to her home.
• A website called TMZ got pictures and videos showing Kim on a gurney (a bed with wheels used by ambulances) being moved from her house to an ambulance.
• She was driven to McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens.
• As of Tuesday (July 14), we didn’t know exactly how she was doing.
• TMZ told everyone about this on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Important: This hospital visit happened while Kim is already in trouble with the law for drinking and driving.

Who Is Kim Scott?

Let’s learn about her like we’re five:

• She was married to Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, a rapper from Detroit.
• They first got married in 1999, then divorced after a few years.
• They got back together and married again in January 2006, but Eminem asked for divorce that same April.
• They have a daughter named Hailie, who is often talked about in Eminem’s songs.
• Kim is now 51 years old.

Kim’s Legal Troubles Made Simple

Kim has had many problems with the law, mostly about driving after drinking alcohol. Let’s break it down.

The 2026 Cases

1. February Crash: Kim was charged with driving drunk and crashing into something then leaving without stopping (called a hit-and-run). On May 11, she told the judge she would not fight the charges (this is called "pleaded no contest" — like saying "I won’t argue, you decide"). The charges were for driving while not able to (impaired) and not stopping after a crash. The most she could get is 93 days in jail.
2. Second May Incident: Two days after the first case, she got another charge for driving while drunk. This was her third time doing this, which makes it a very serious crime (a felony). She could go to prison for up to 5 years and pay $5,000. A police video shows an officer telling her, "You’re slurring really bad" (meaning her words were unclear because of alcohol).
3. Missing Court in June: She was supposed to go to a court in New Baltimore in June to get her punishment and to check in about the second case. But she didn’t show up.

Important: Not going to court when you are told to can make things worse.

Older Problems

• 2015: Kim drove a big SUV (Cadillac Escalade) into a pole and then a ditch at 23 Mile and Card roads in Macomb Township. The court papers were kept secret, but she later told a radio host it was a suicide attempt (she wanted to end her life). She said she drank a whole bottle (a "fifth") of Malibu rum before. She got a fine and was put on probation (meaning she had to be good and check in with a judge instead of jail).
• 2003–2004: She was arrested for having a tiny bit of illegal drugs (less than 25 grams) and driving without a allowed license. In 2004, she broke her probation and had to spend 30 days in jail and 90 days in a program to help with drugs.

Step-by-Step Timeline

Here’s the order of the recent events:

1. May 11, 2026: Kim says she won’t fight the first drunk driving charges.
2. Two days later (mid-May): She is charged again with drunk driving (third offense).
3. June 2026: Kim does not go to court when she should.
4. Saturday (~July 11), 8 p.m.: Kim faints at home; helpers are called.
5. Tuesday, July 14, 2026: TMZ shares the news of her hospital visit.

Summary

Kim Scott, the ex-wife of rapper Eminem, was taken to the hospital after fainting at her home in Chesterfield Township. She is 51 and has a daughter, Hailie, with Eminem. Right now, she is facing serious legal problems because of drunk driving, including missing court dates and a possible long prison sentence for a repeat offense. She has had similar troubles in the past, like a 2015 crash and a 2003 drug arrest. We hope she gets better and gets the help she needs.

This article was based on reporting by mreinhart@detroitnews.com for The Detroit News and TMZ.

FAQ

Q1: What does "pleaded no contest" mean in kid words?
A: It means Kim told the court, "I won’t say I’m guilty, but I also won’t argue that I’m innocent." The judge then decides what happens, just like if she said she did it.

Q2: Why is the third drunk driving charge such a big deal?
A: Because doing the same wrong thing three times makes it a "felony," which is a super serious crime. It can mean many years in prison (up to 5) and a large fine, unlike the first time which is less serious.

Q3: Is Kim Scott still married to Eminem?
A: No. They married in 1999, divorced, remarried in 2006, and divorced again that same year. They are just co-parents now.

Q4: How is Kim related to Hailie?
A: Hailie is the daughter of Kim and Eminem. She is often mentioned in Eminem’s music.

Q5: What is a gurney?
A: It’s a special bed on wheels that ambulance workers use to carry someone who can’t walk to the hospital.