Sid Wilson, the DJ for heavy metal band Slipknot, recently suffered burn injuries after a bonfire accident. The 47-year-old musician shared updates on his health on Instagram from the hospital, revealing that he had burns on his face and arms from an explosion at his farm. Despite the injuries, Wilson remained optimistic and called himself a “trooper,” assuring fans that he was going to be okay.
Wilson’s girlfriend, Kelly Osbourne, also shared videos on her Instagram Stories about the incident, explaining how he set himself on fire and thanking fans for their support. After being discharged from the hospital, Osbourne took care of Wilson’s burns at home and light-heartedly filmed him sleeping on the couch, playing songs related to fire.
Slipknot released a statement about Wilson’s injuries, stating that he sustained burns across his body but was recovering with his family and would still join them on stage at their next show in Rocklahoma. The band thanked fans for their well wishes and expressed their excitement to see everyone at the upcoming performance.
Wilson, known for his energetic stage performances with Slipknot, remains committed to his music despite the accident and is looking forward to reuniting with his bandmates on stage. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of fire and the importance of taking precautions when dealing with bonfires.
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