Wesley Snipes is an American actor, film producer, and martial artist who was born on July 31, 1962. He was a successful film star in the 90s and early 00s, known for his roles in films such as "Blade" and "New Jack City". However, his career momentum slowed over the years, and he faced several challenges that affected his career and personal life. Here is what happened to Wesley Snipes:

• Tax Evasion Conviction: In 2008, Snipes was sentenced to three years in prison and fined $5 million for willful failure to file $15 million worth of federal income tax returns. He lost his appeal against conviction and was jailed in December 2010. After serving two and a half years, he was released in 2013.

• Career Challenges: Snipes faced challenges in his career, including stories that he was difficult to work with, and nearly all his films started going straight to DVD. He also lost out on some roles, such as Cyclops in the "X-Men" film series. In recent years, he has not been cast in many films, and some speculate that Hollywood wont cast him anymore.

• Health Concerns: There have been rumors and social media chatter about Snipes health, with some speculating that he is sick. However, despite his significant weight loss, Snipes is not ill.

Despite these challenges, Snipes has continued to work on his craft and has appeared in some recent films, such as "Chi-Raq" and "The Expendables 3". He has also written a novel and is working on other projects.