By Jason Hall Photo: Getty Image Actor Quinton Aaron, best known for playing former NFL offensive lineman Michael Oher in the Academy Award-winning film The Blind Side, reportedly “opened his eyes” and “gave a thumbs up” on Monday (January 26) after recently being placed on life support, his wife, Margarita, confirmed in an update to TMZ. Aaron was reportedly placed on life support after his legs suddenly gave out while walking up the stairs at his Atlanta home, according to his manager.