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Yungblud Performs in a Wheelchair After Dirt-Bike Accident
8/20/2026, 8:15:06 PM
Yungblud Takes the Stage in a Wheelchair
British singer-songwriter Dominic Harrison, known as Yungblud, appeared at Portugal’s Vilar de Mouros festival on a Tuesday night despite a broken leg sustained in a dirt-bike crash at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota earlier this month. Two women dressed as nurses wheeled him onto the stage, and he later crowdsurfed while seated in a wheelchair, with the audience supporting him as he performed.
Injury Origin and Recovery Timeline
The injury occurred during a dirt-bike accident at the Sturgis rally. According to one outlet, Yungblud delayed seeking medical care until after a prior gig, then visited a hospital in Michigan. He wrapped the injured leg in a bandage and used a crutch for the Portugal show. After the performance, he confirmed he has one more 2026 date—a Friday appearance at Belgium’s Pukkelpop festival—before his schedule clears for the leg to heal.
Official Response from the Artist
Yungblud told fans he was “still giggin’” despite the fracture. He also announced the upcoming Pukkelpop show, promising a high-energy performance.
Fan and Media Reaction
Footage of the wheelchair crowdsurf quickly spread on social platforms, prompting enthusiastic comments such as “Iconic!” and “Top tier rock n roll.” Media coverage highlighted the performer’s determination to continue touring while injured.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Shout out to the whole team and the girls for helping me pull this together so quick! Friday gonna be mad. Let’s f****** ride!” — Belgium. He
