18 Jul 2017

Ryan Phillippe injured in 'freak accident'

Los Angeles - Actor Ryan Phillippe posted a picture of himself laid up in a hospital bed with a broken leg following what he calls a "freak accident."

Phillippe wrote in the caption of his Instagram post on Monday that he's "going to be ok." The picture shows him with a bandage on his leg and a swollen foot.

SEE THE PHOTO HERE:

i'm going to be ok & i appreciate your concern. -?? me
A post shared by @ryanphillippe on Jul 16, 2017 at 8:53pm PDT

He later explained on Twitter that he broke his leg during a family outing on Sunday and although it required "surgical attention," he will make a full recovery. The 42-year-old also thanked first responders and paramedics for their help.

Phillippe responded to fan speculation that he hurt himself doing a stunt for his USA series Shooter, saying he wasn't anywhere near the set.

SEE THE TWEETS HERE:

1. hey, guys. i didn't injure myself doing a stunt or anywhere near the set of shooter. i was the victim of a freak accident during a family
— Dr. Philz (@RyanPhillippe) July 17, 2017

2. outing on sunday. my leg is badly broken & required surgical attention, but i will make a full recovery, am in good hands, and will be
— Dr. Philz (@RyanPhillippe) July 17, 2017

3. back in action soon. thank you for all the well wishes, support, & concern. also a special thanks to the paramedics & first responders
— Dr. Philz (@RyanPhillippe) July 17, 2017

4. who helped me at the scene & to the medical staff caring for me now. i will keep you updated on my progress.

- ?? philz
— Dr. Philz (@RyanPhillippe) July 17, 2017

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