Stephen Fry opens up terrifying six-foot fall onto concrete: ‘I didn’t want to make a fuss’
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Stephen Fry has revealed that he is ready to return to work three months after suffering a shocking six-foot fall from the stage at London’s O2 Arena. The 66-year-old actor, broadcaster, writer, and comedian spoke about his recovery for the first time in an interview with Claudia Winkleman on her BBC Radio 2 show.
Fry admitted that he didn’t want to make a fuss about his injuries, which left him with multiple fractures. He broke his leg, pelvis, hip, and several ribs during the fall. Reflecting on the incident, Fry explained that he was trying to exit the stage after giving a lecture about AI when he unknowingly walked off the part of the stage where there was nothing but a six-foot drop onto concrete.
Despite the severity of his injuries, Fry considers himself fortunate that he didn’t injure his spine or skull during the fall. He has been undergoing constant physiotherapy to aid his recovery. However, he is now ready to return to work and will be hosting a UK version of Jeopardy! – a show that he and his husband Elliott Spencer are fans of.
During his interview with Winkleman, Fry also discussed his experience in the hospital and his reluctance to take Oxycontin, a strong pain medication. He was advised by a surgeon that the pills were necessary for his recovery and to save the NHS money. Fry has been open about his previous battles with substance abuse and addiction, including cocaine use in high-profile venues such as Buckingham Palace and the House of Commons.
Despite his injuries, Fry exuded his trademark flair during the interview, stating that he is now fine and no longer needs crutches. He recently flew to Zurich for an event and did not require his walking stick for the first time since his fall, which he described as an exciting milestone in his recovery.
Stephen Fry’s career spans across various entertainment genres. He first gained fame as one half of the comedy duo Fry and Laurie, alongside Hugh Laurie. He has starred in British comedy classics such as Blackadder and Jeeves and Wooster. Fry also appeared in the last two films of the Hobbit trilogy and made appearances in LGBTQ+ TV shows and films, including Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman, Heartstopper, and It’s a Sin.
As an audiobook narrator, Fry lent his voice to the UK version of the Harry Potter series. However, he recently discovered that AI technology had replicated his voice without his consent. This revelation came after Fry faced backlash for refusing to condemn controversial author JK Rowling’s anti-trans comments. He expressed that the Rowling controversy was upsetting for “both sides.”
Despite these challenges, Stephen Fry is ready to return to work, showcasing his resilience and determination. His fans eagerly await his upcoming projects, including his hosting role on Jeopardy! We wish him a continued speedy recovery and success in his endeavors.
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