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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61. He was probably messing around with a white woman and the car went out of control. Typical.

Posted at 1:25PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Rita Tarted

62. hey cappuccino - now that it looks like he going to be ok can we make jokes? who made you the thread police. Most of these people send messages like he is going to be reading them himself and act like he is a bosom buddy of theirs. This is a sight for people to vent and say what they want .Lighten up a little.

Posted at 1:32PM on Aug 4th 2008 by smart ass

63. while it's a good sign that he was talking at the scene, it DOES not mean it may not be serious....as a trauma surgeon in NYC, i can attest to the "lucid" interval that many patients have initially following major trauma - severe head, abdominal and chest trauma is frequently followed at first by a period when the patient is talking and appears deceptively ok....hope he's not one of those folks!

Posted at 2:17PM on Aug 4th 2008 by ladysurgeon

64. Ohh, Kelli, you are so touchy. I'm sorry to say you are wrong. You have the right to your opinion. Maybe you just don't like him, but he is a good actor. Plus, you seem to stoop to calling names when people don't agree with you. Seems you have some growing up to do.

Clint of the mountain

Posted at 1:29PM on Aug 4th 2008 by clint of the mountain

65. CAPPUCCINO- You're the nitwit you little hick. You don't decide what this thread is for. I think your house might be uneven. Why don't you go outside and check the tire pressure!

Posted at 1:40PM on Aug 4th 2008 by beefcakes

66. hey omg that is so weird omg omg that can so not happen i feel so sorry for him

Posted at 2:33PM on Aug 4th 2008 by sam

67. Ok idiot! If hes talking its not that serious. People get shot and can still talk for a while. Your a fool!!!

Posted at 3:19PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Jeremy

68. Lord, please heal Mr. Freeman! Please give the doctors and nurses wisdom as to Mr. Freeman's care. Also Lord, please comfort his family at this time. And take out any fear and/or doubt. My eyes are on You, Lord and Your healing power! There's nothing too hard for You!!!!!! In the mighty Name of Jesus!!!!

Freeman family ~ We love you!!!

Posted at 5:48PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Gin

69. Get well, papa dio!

Posted at 3:34PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Julissa

70. Animos Morgan recuperate!!!!!
Desde Barcelona, EspaƱa un gran abrazo.
Carolina

Posted at 3:46PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Carolina

71. I Love Morgan Freeman. He is a wonderful actor. I hope he gets well soon. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

Posted at 3:48PM on Aug 4th 2008 by KarenOwensFord

72.
I love your work,
I'm sure you have many praying for you. God bless. Get well soon.

Posted at 3:18AM on Aug 5th 2008 by Stark

73. We love you Mr. Freeman and we all hope you feel better soon!! Our thought and prayers are with you and your loved ones!! Jamie

Posted at 4:17PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Jamie in AZ

74. hopefully nothing too serious, great actor.

Posted at 4:25PM on Aug 4th 2008 by shar

75. Get well soon,Mr.Freeman.Our prayers are with you.God bless.Best wishes from Switzerland,Dariusz R. Kolodziej

Posted at 6:44PM on Aug 4th 2008 by Dariusz R. Kolodziej

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