UPDATE: Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has been rushed to the hospital following a severe injury while filming his latest show, Flavortown Food Fight. The incident occurred on set when the 57-year-old star “slipped down a set of steps,” leading to a catastrophic quad muscle tear that has left him wheelchair-bound.
Fieri recounted the harrowing moment to Fox News Digital earlier today, explaining, “one foot went forward and the other foot got caught on the threshold,” resulting in an injury so rare that his doctor stated he hadn’t seen anything like it in his two decades of practice. “It exploded,” Fieri said, detailing how the injury affected the “biggest, thickest” part of his leg.
Immediately after the fall, Fieri was taken into surgery to prevent further complications. At the time of the accident, the set was buzzing with activity, as over 125 crew members were present and ready to film. “We figured out how to pivot through it,” he shared, highlighting the crew’s quick adaptation to the circumstances.
Now, Fieri is navigating life with crutches and a wheelchair. “I have to stay off it,” he stated, confirming he cannot walk for at least eight weeks. He will then receive a cast and begin rehabilitation, which he is eager to start “as fast as possible.”
Fieri did not disclose the exact timing of the incident but expressed his frustration, saying, “It sucked” and was a “damper” on the production. His eldest son, Hunter Fieri, has stepped up to take charge this Thanksgiving, humorously texting his father that it’s his “time to shine.”
While Fieri may be sidelined, he remains optimistic about the holiday festivities. “It’s gonna be me quarterbacking from the wheelchair and telling them what to do,” he remarked, noting that he and his family typically cook for around 40 people during the holiday.
Fieri, who shares two sons with his wife, Lori Fieri, has a unique approach to family legacy, vowing not to leave any inheritance unless they “get two degrees.”
As fans and supporters rally behind the beloved chef, updates on his recovery and the status of Flavortown Food Fight are eagerly anticipated. Keep an eye on this developing story for further insights into Fieri’s health and upcoming projects.
