Ryan Reynolds Recalls Teen Accident That Left Him Severely Injured After Being Hit by Drunk Driver
Ryan Reynolds has shared details of a serious car accident he experienced at the age of 18, recalling how a decision not to drive home may have ultimately saved his life.
Ryan Reynolds described the night he left a bar after having a drink and chose to walk home instead of driving. While crossing the street in Vancouver, Canada, he was struck by a drunk driver.
He said the impact caused severe injuries, recalling that he “broke every bone” on the left side of his body. He was hospitalized for several weeks and remained unconscious for days while doctors treated multiple fractures.
Despite the severity of the crash, Reynolds noted that his decision not to drive may have prevented an even worse outcome. He also reflected on the long recovery process that followed his hospitalization.
In later interviews, Reynolds has revisited the incident with a mix of reflection and humor, acknowledging both the seriousness of the experience and its lasting impact on his life.
Today, he often refers back to the event as a turning point in his early life, emphasizing how quickly circumstances can change and how a single decision can alter the course of a future.
