Russell Brand's mother Barbara undergoes 'life-threatening injuries' in car crash
Russell Brand, actor-comedian has reportedly cancelled the rest of his comedy tour after his mother Barbara was involved in a serious car accident. He said she has sustained "numerous life-threatening injuries".
"My mum has been a serious road accident and has sustained … numerous life-threatening injuries, so I won't be able to do the rest of my 'Re:Birth' tour," Brand said in a video taken from the hospital and posted to social media, reports people.com.
The comedian also explained that the situation reminded him how much important her mother is and how he realized the "importance of people you love". He also said, "When you are in the hospital you are surrounded by people who are dealing with traumatic situations, suffering and pain - it brings you to a kind of bare and raw truth".
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ReBirth delayed or cancelled due to my Mum’s accident. pic.twitter.com/iSW3RG9Esu
"I'm sad for my mum because she's vulnerable, she only finished chemotherapy a month ago and for her to be in this situation already is very difficult."
He also told that the driver is also recovering fast.
Russell also thanked the National Health System, who, he said, “have already saved her life on six occasions — my mom’s had cancer six times.” He even thanked his fans for their prayers.
According to The Sun, Barbara was bleeding when she was pulled from the wreck after a hit-and-run on Thursday.
“The Audi driver and passenger, a man in his 40s and woman in her 70s, were taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening. The occupant of the Astra had left the scene. Inquiries are ongoing to locate them.”
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First published: 1 May 2018, 17:09 IST