Lindsey Vonn Has Surgery for Broken Leg After Olympic Crash
Lindsey Vonn is in stable condition after undergoing emergency surgery to repair a broken leg she suffered during her violent crash in the women's downhill at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Team officials and hospital staff say the skiing legend is recovering and expected to be okay after the procedure, which stabilized the fracture she suffered early Sunday in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Vonn's Olympic bid came to a frightening end just seconds into her downhill run on Sunday, when she lost control and tumbled hard down the Olympia delle Tofane course. The impact left her on the snow in visible pain before medical personnel rushed in.
Lindsey Vonn Airlifted Off Mountain After Olympic Crash
Lindsey Vonn's Olympic run ended in terrifying fashion Sunday after the skiing legend crashed hard during the downhill and was airlifted off the mountain by helicopter following medical treatment on the snow.
The American, racing despite a badly injured left knee, lost control early in her run after cutting the opening traverse too tight. Vonn was spun around in the air before slamming down and witnesses say she could be heard screaming in pain as ski patrol and medical personnel rushed to her side.
🚨 BREAKING: U.S. skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has crashed during competition at the Winter Olympics and was medevac’d by helicopter from the course.
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The race was immediately put on hold as Vonn was surrounded by doctors, strapped to a gurney and flown off the course.
Quinton Aaron I'm Feeling Good Enough to Watch the Super Bowl!!!
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Quinton Aaron is still in the hospital ... but it sure sounds like things are looking up, as TMZ just got a great update from his family.
As you know ... "The Blind Side" star is recovering in the hospital from a spinal stroke ... and for a while there, it was sounding not so good. But, it seems he is on the mend.
The Aaron family tells TMZ ... “Quinton is in a jovial mood, now laughing and smiling and is communicating to the best of his ability while he continues to recover. He’s watching tv and is excited to watch the Super Bowl from his hospital bed this weekend."
There is also an update on the woman by his side, previously making medical decisions for him, who claimed to be his wife -- but his family has called BS on all that.
Dave Coulier Early Detection Saved My Life ... Get Checked!!!
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Dave Coulier -- who played Uncle Joey on "Full House" -- is a 2-time cancer survivor ... and he told us the key to his success in fighting the monstrous disease.
When we caught him out in NYC today, Dave told us ... "Early detection is everything, so talk to your doctors. Get those PET scans, get those MRIs, get those CT scans, because it can save your life. I'm living proof of that."
So if you've been putting off a doctor's appointment ... Cut. It. Out!
Andy Dick First Words After Revival
Andy Dick is revealing the first words out of his mouth after being revived from a drug overdose ... "Where's the vodka?!?"
The comedian recalled his overdose after smoking an unknown substance on the street on the "Hate To Break It To Ya" podcast with host Jamie Kennedy ... saying his drink of choice was on his mind as soon as he came to.
Andy says when he slumped over on a Hollywood sidewalk, one of his friends ran across the street to CVS and purchased Narcan -- a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose -- then administered it to the passed-out star.
Dave Coulier Laughter Got Me Through Both Cancers!!!
Dave Coulier is opening up about finally being in remission after battling not one, but two types of cancers in just two years ... and says a positive mindset is what carried him through the nightmare.
The "Full House" star laid it all out on "GMA" Wednesday, explaining that he leaned hard into laughing through the ordeal to cope ... though he admits cancer still feels like it’s lurking in the rearview mirror.
For a quick rewind -- Dave beat stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma in March 2025, only to be diagnosed months later with p16 squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue. And despite staying upbeat, he says the fight took a serious toll on him psychologically and emotionally.
Channing Tatum Actor Goes Under the Knife for Shoulder Surgery
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10:27 AM PT -- A source with direct knowledge tells TMZ … Channing Tatum injured his shoulder during a fall while skiing at Sundance. He was there for his films, "Josephine" and "Nuisance Bear," both of which won awards.
Channing stepped up to the surgery table ... for an operation to fix his separated shoulder!
Check out the actor's Instagram post from early Wednesday morning ... he shared a snap from his hospital bed to let fans know he went under the knife. He shared an uplifting message alongside the pic, writing ... "Just another day. Another challenge. This one is gonna be hard. But whatever. Let’s get it in."
The "Roofman" star clarified on his IG Story he had his shoulder operated on ... and shared before and after X-ray pics, the after showing his shoulder held together with a screw.
Mitch McConnell Hospitalized
Mitch McConnell is under medical care after a health scare.
The 83-year-old Kentucky Republican was hospitalized Monday night after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend, his office said. According to a spokesperson, McConnell checked himself into a local hospital out of "an abundance of caution" to be evaluated by doctors.
The good news here is his camp says his prognosis is positive. "He is grateful for the excellent care he is receiving," the statement read, adding that McConnell has remained in regular contact with his staff and is already looking forward to getting back to work in the Senate.
Lindsey Vonn Who Needs A Good ACL Anyway??? ... Bring On The Olympics!!!
Lindsey Vonn just confirmed she ruptured her ACL after wiping out days before the 2026 Winter Olympics ... but she has no plans to let the injury sideline her from competing in Italy.
Vonn shared the news at a press conference on Tuesday in Milan ... saying she suffered bone bruising and "meniscal damage" as a result of the crash.
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Despite that, she actually hit the slopes Tuesday with a brace on her knee -- saying "It feels stable, it feels strong."
She plans on giving it a go once the Games kick off later this week ... saying, "I will do everything in my power to be in the starting gate."
Savannah Guthrie's Missing Mother Meds Keep Her Alive, But She Doesn't Have Them
There's another reason for concern when it comes to 'TODAY' anchor Savannah Guthrie's missing mother ... 'cause it sounds like she doesn't have access to the daily medication she needs to survive.
Savannah's longtime friend Jenna Bush Hager revealed Monday 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie is without her prescription meds.
Jenna sounded the alarm on "Today with Jenna & Sheinelle" ... she says she knows Nancy personally and says she's thinking about Savannah's missing mom and the entire Guthrie family.
Jelly Roll Still Slimmin' Down!!!
Jelly Roll is still dropping pounds and making sure everyone notices ... hitting a pre-Grammy party looking noticeably slimmer and more confident than ever.
The singer stepped out Saturday night at a pre-Grammy gala in Los Angeles alongside his wife, Bunnie XO, confidently posing on the red carpet and showing off a noticeably slimmer frame as he continues to shed more weight. He looked relaxed, happy, and proud ... the kind of confidence that only comes from putting in real work.
As we've reported, Jelly Roll revealed back in October 2025 he had dropped a jaw dropping 200 pounds, going from 540 lbs. to 357, and by the looks of it, he's still slimming down as he sticks with his healthier lifestyle.
Ray J I'm on Borrowed Time But Showing Up Like Prime Time!!!
Ray J’s been talking serious life-or-death health woes recently -- but you’d never clock it from the way he rolled into court looking like he had a red carpet to catch!
Despite saying he’s got limited time, it looked like Ray J's prognosis took a day off as he rocked up to an L.A. court Friday -- he was decked out in a slick suit, and had cool-guy energy to the point he refused eye contact for cameras while saying he’s "doing alright."
The rapper elaborated a little ... saying he was "better today," so his health saga might be more day-by-day than doomsday.
Lou Holtz Coaching Legend Enters Hospice Football World Prays
One of college football’s most iconic voices may be facing his toughest battle yet: Lou Holtz is reportedly in hospice care.
Holtz, 89, is one of the most accomplished coaches the game has seen ... forever tied to Notre Dame’s classic 1988 national championship.
The kind words for coach have flooded social media following the reports.
"Oh at some point I think we all knew we’d be lucky to hold on to Lou and legends like him much longer," announcer Tim Brando posted on X Thursday night. "So many we've looked up to and many I had the honor and privilege of not only covering but working alongside eventually head to their next life of eternal glory. My thoughts are with his family, especially my dear friend (Skip Holtz) his wife Jen and their extended family. His beloved wife Beth awaits. Coach Holtz has always been a National Treasure."
'The Blind Side' Quinton Aaron Suffered Spinal Stroke
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"The Blind Side" star Quinton Aaron's family is revealing what led to his hospitalization ... they tell us he suffered a spinal stroke.
Quinton's family tells us he is "alert, aware and recovering."
In a statement Thursday, Aaron's family says ... "We acknowledge that you’ve heard about Quinton Aaron‘s condition. We appreciate the overwhelming love, support and prayers that Quinton has received over the past few days from his fans, the public, and our concerned community."
They add ... "To update everyone, he had a spinal stroke. He is alert, aware and recovering."
Ray J I'm On 8 Different Meds For Heart Issues
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Ray J says doctors are giving him every drug under the sun in an attempt to prolong his life ... prescribing eight different kinds of medications despite their grim prognosis.
The rapper tells TMZ ... he went to doctors who gave him the bad news, telling him they're not sure how long he has to live ... and they recommend he stay in bed and take his medication.
ICYMI ... Ray J says doctors gave him just months to live -- telling his followers he doesn't think he's going to make it to 2027. He says half of his heart has turned black and it's only beating at 60 percent, which is not a good sign.
Kayla Harrison Shows Off Crazy Scar ... After Neck Surgery
It's been two weeks since Kayla Harrison went under the knife after suffering a serious injury, which forced her out of her UFC 324 co-main event fight with Amanda Nunes ... and now the featherweight champ is showing off her gnarly scar for the first time.
American Top Team -- where Harrison trains in Florida -- shared a photo on social media Thursday ... and it underscores the severity of the procedure
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It's the first significant update we've received on Harrison since she posted an emotional video on Instagram after the operation, where she apologized to Nunes for missing the highly anticipated bout.