Rebel Wilson, the accomplished Australian actress, found herself in an unexpected medical situation when a stunt mishap occurred on the set of her upcoming movie, Bride Hard. The incident took place during a late-night shoot in Savannah, Georgia earlier this week, resulting in Wilson’s hospitalization and the need for stitches.
According to reports by Deadline, Wilson, 43, encountered a series of injuries due to a stunt that went awry while filming a night scene for her upcoming film. Sharing her experience on Instagram, she posted a photograph that revealed her bloodied condition following the incident that transpired at 4 a.m. on set.
Although the precise nature of her injuries has not been detailed, Wilson made it clear that she required multiple stitches as a result of the accident. Accompanying the photo, she expressed her sentiment, stating, “NOT the way I wanted to end this movie.”
Elaborating further on her Instagram post, she wrote, “Three stitches and in hospital last night after a stunt accident at 4am.”
In the film Bride Hard, Wilson portrays the role of a covert agent who is assigned the unconventional duty of being the maid of honor for her closest friend.
In a recent revelation, the Pitch Perfect star discussed her contemplation of expanding her family in the future. Wilson, who had previously welcomed her first child, Royce, through surrogacy, disclosed that she had been considering the possibility of having another child through IVF treatment. She expressed her interest in the prospect, stating, “I’m definitely thinking about it, yeah. I would like to have another child.”
However, she acknowledged the uncertainties surrounding the matter, adding, “I have to do IVF. We’ll see how it goes.” Despite her openness to the idea of having a second child, Wilson emphasized her contentment with being a parent to her existing child.
The incident has brought attention to the rigorous demands and potential risks that can accompany stunts in the entertainment industry, highlighting the commitment of actors like Rebel Wilson to their craft and the potential challenges they face in bringing their roles to life.