'The Challenge' star Nelson Thomas rescued by KJ Osborn from burning car after horrific crash
AUSTIN, TEXAS: Nelson Thomas, a veteran contestant on 'The Challenge,' recently suffered a horrific car accident and is currently on a "long road to recovery." Nelson first appeared as a contestant on 'Are You The One?' but rose to fame through his appearance on 'The Challenge' and has since participated in nine seasons of the show. However, he struggled and did not reach the finals or emerge victorious.
Nelson shared a harrowing update on his Instagram account about his recent car accident that occurred on March 5. Nelson expressed his gratitude to NFL player KJ Osborn, who recorded the accident and helped remove him from the burning vehicle.
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Nelson Thomas rescued by NFL star KJ Osborn
Nelson Thomas found himself in a perilous situation on March 5, 2023, when he was involved in a car accident that quickly turned into a blazing inferno. Fortunately for him, KJ Osborn, an NFL player, and several others, including his driver, were present and came to his aid. Together, they bravely managed to extricate Nelson from the burning wreckage. After his near-death experience, Nelson took to social media to express his deep gratitude for surviving the harrowing ordeal. In his post, he expressed his good humor and thanked KJ Osborn for his heroic act of saving his life. The latest Instagram update from 'The Challenge' star, who became famous for his appearances on reality shows, suggests that he is currently recovering from his injuries. The post, which has been the subject of much speculation by his fans, seems to indicate that he is on the road to recovery.
That same day, Osborn also posted a picture of the rescue team that was with him at the time of the accident. He recalled the incident by saying that he was "at the right place at the exact right time" and thanked God for it.
Nelson Thomas starts GoFundMe for medical expenses
After the heartfelt post about his rescuers, Nelson also posted a video of him trying to walk with the help of doctors. It can be seen that he has suffered a serious leg injury that makes it difficult for him to walk. He has already undergone several surgeries, including regenerative surgery in which screws and plates were inserted into his leg. Nelson, who has already been in the hospital for ten days, appealed to his followers for support and prayers in his latest post. He added that they can donate for his recovery on GoFundMe if they want to give him more than just love and prayers. In the post, he also pointed out that he has no health insurance coverage, which makes his medical expenses an expensive affair.