Comedian Eugene Mirman Recovers After Fiery Car Crash, Returns to Work
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Comedian and 'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Eugene Mirman was rescued from a burning vehicle after a crash on March 31. He sustained injuries including a broken wrist, ribs, and a concussion but has since returned to recording work. His first new comedy special in a decade, 'Here Comes the Whimsy', premieres on YouTube on May 5.
Facts First
- Eugene Mirman was pulled from a burning car after a crash at the Bedford Toll Plaza in New Hampshire on March 31.
- Mirman sustained a broken wrist, broken ribs, and a concussion but does not remember the accident.
- He returned to recording for 'Bob's Burgers' the week after the crash, having postponed a session the day after.
- His new comedy special, 'Here Comes the Whimsy', premieres May 5 on YouTube, marking his first new special in ten years.
- The rescue involved a state trooper from Governor Kelly Ayotte's security detail and other witnesses.
What Happened
On March 31, comedian and voice actor Eugene Mirman was involved in a car crash at the Bedford Toll Plaza on New Hampshire's F.E. Everett Turnpike. His vehicle was engulfed in flames. A group of witnesses, including a state trooper assigned to Governor Kelly Ayotte's security detail, pulled Mirman from the wreckage. He sustained injuries including a broken wrist, broken ribs, and a concussion and does not remember the accident itself.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of Mirman's work on shows like 'Bob's Burgers' or 'Flight of the Conchords', you may be relieved to know he is recovering and has already returned to his professional commitments. His quick return to recording suggests the production schedule for the popular animated series is likely to remain on track. For comedy fans, his new special represents a significant return after a decade-long gap, which he took due to the pandemic and personal loss.
What's Next
Mirman's new comedy special, 'Here Comes the Whimsy', is scheduled to premiere on YouTube on May 5. The special previously premiered on the streaming service Veeps. His continued recovery may allow him to resume a more active touring and promotional schedule, which could include the unique promotional items he has created, such as bags of flour with drawn faces and pre-written obituary packages.