Morgan Freeman Injured in Car Accident

TMZ has learned that Academy Award winning actor Morgan Freeman, 71, has been injured in a serious car accident in Mississippi.

Cops tell us the "Dark Knight" star was in a one car accident around 11:30 PM last night north of the small town of Ruleville. He was airlifted from the accident scene to a hospital in Memphis, Tenn. We're told alcohol is not suspected as a factor in the wreck, news of which was first reported by MediaTakeout.

Freeman's condition is unknown, but state troopers tell us he was talking at the scene before he was taken to the hospital. The condition of an unidentified female passenger in the car also is unknown.

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46. amen 38 amen

Posted at 12:14PM on Aug 4th 2008 by pattie

47. Our prayers are with you, Mr. Morgan Freeman! May you enjoy a speedy recovery from your injuries.

Posted at 12:18PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Praying for you...

48. Most welcome Strawberrygirl

Ruleville is about 45 mins southeast of Clarksdale where he was born & has family. Since it is a tad rural I'm hoping he was airlifted because it was the faster way to get him to Memphis Med Ctr. I will have Morgan in my prayers.

Might I add since i had to address one nitwit on this thread already, let's have some respect here - this is not a thread for stupidity, nastiness or ridiculous jokes to get a rise out of people - think of it this way we all have families, behave as you would expect people to treat your loved ones, especially in times of hardship. Let's not even entertain jerks here, If you have nothing nice to say, post your crap elsewhere!

Posted at 12:24PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Cappuccino

49. Morgan, wish you and your friend a quick recovery. Just watched "Unforgiven" again, over the weekend.

Posted at 2:02PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Greg Mc.

50. He was probably getting a BJ and lost control. LOL

Posted at 12:27PM on Aug 4th 2008 by crawfish

51. Morgan Freeman is a class act, and I hope he gets well soon.

Posted at 12:28PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Courtney

52. Fox is reporting that Morgan has a broken arm & shoulder. He is expected to make a good recovery & is talking, thank God!!He was driving, woman's name & condition not released. The jaws of life was used to remove them from the car on RT32

Posted at 12:28PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Cappuccino

53. Morgan has done more for Miss. esp. Charleston than we could ask for!!!! God be with you!!!!! We love you!!!!!!!

Posted at 12:40PM on Aug 4th 2008 by amississippigirl

54. Morgan, I'm praying for you! Get well!

Posted at 9:42PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Joe McDonald

55. Kelli, you are wrong. Morgan is a very telented actor. The problem is there are few rolls for black actors, especially leading rolls. He is over exposed because there are limited black name actors out who can lead a movie. It's not his fault he gets the call when a leading roll for a black man comes out. He may not be your cup of tea, but to call him a so-so actor is unfair. I hope for a speedy recovery for Morgan and his passenger.

Clint of the mountain

Posted at 12:34PM on Aug 4th 2008 by clint of the mountain

56. Mr Freeman has been my favorite actor for some time. I hope and pray that he makes a full recovery. Best wishes from all in England who care for him.

Posted at 1:17PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Roy Coombs

57. So my opinion and feelings are wrong? OK, guess what. Not all people think the same, idiot. Grow up, and realize just because someone does not agree with you, does not make them wrong!

Posted at 12:42PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Kelli

58. This is sad news
Let's hope all turns out OK, He's one of the good guys

Posted at 12:45PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Lolly

59. #44,that was already done in Carrie with John Travolta.

Posted at 5:30PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Paul

60. I sure hope that pops is ok, he is one of my favorite actors. get well soon

Posted at 1:05AM on Aug 5th 2008 by oz

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