
2ND UPDATE THURSDAY PM: I’ve now learned the name of the stuntman who suffered serious head injuries in last week’s accident during filming of ABC’s series Castle. Kieran Gallagher, who was Ed Helms’ stunt double
in The Hangover II and III, “is still in the hospital,” a source said. “He has been taken off the ventilator and showing good signs of recovery. Every day he seems to be getting stronger.” Gallagher’s series credits include CSI, Chuck, The Office and Raising Hope.
UPDATE: I’ve learned more details about the accident on the set of Castle last night. According to talent manager William Blaylock, the actress injured in the accident is his client Karen David. “Karen was the actress in the scene with the stuntman,” he said. “They fell from a moving van when a door would not shut. Karen was in the emergency room for hours being treated. She has been released but is in serious pain and has to wear a neck brace.” The stuntman, who sustained a head injury, is still hospitalized in serious condition.
PREVIOUS JAN. 18 2 PM: I’ve learned that there was an accident on the set of ABC‘s crime dramedy Castle last night. It happened during the filming of the show on the Paramount lot. A male crew member and a guest actress were injured and taken to the hospital. The woman has since been released, but sources say the stuntman, who fell out of a car, suffered a head injury and is still in the hospital. There is conflicting information on his condition. We will update with more information as we get it.
The Stuntman’s name is Kieran Gallagher and he received serious head injuries. He is still in the hospital and has been taken off the ventalator and showing goods signs of recovery. Everyday he seems to be getting stronger.
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thanks for the info
as you know,a very popular show
and,a head injury,who knows
Thanks for letting us know Nellie. Castle is one of my favorite programs & these on-set accidents remind us how much goes into putting an entertaining show on the air. I’m glad one has already left the hospital. Hopefully the second will be o.k.,although, any injury involving the head is always dangerous. All the best for a quick recovery.
I am the manager to Karen David the other injured person from Castle. Karen was the actress in the scene with the stuntman. They fell from a moving van when a door would not shut. Karen was in the emergency room for hours being treated. She has been released but is in serious pain and has to wear a neck brace.
Ditto
Hope they get better soon. Castle is my favorite show ever
and you know accidents happen. There is a lot of work put in to this and sometimes things go wrong. I hope that in a while they’ll all be laughing and the stuntman will say “Hey remember that time when i fell of the van and bumped my head” i really do hope this happens
My heart goes out to the injured, and the cast and crew working with them. I know they take safety very seriously, and hope it all turns out all right.
Love this show. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to everyone affected and thanks for your service making such a fun show.
Is there any info on who the stuntman is? My husband is a stuntman, we’d love to know if its someone we know.
Kieran Gallagher…it says that all over the article
Love this show and all involved in the making of it. Sending heartfelt wishes for the best outcome and speedy recovery to the injured stuntman and guest actress. This show is my favorite and best on network tv.
Glad to see that he’s doing better- this is one of the safest productions around- and that comes from the Producers all the way dons to the Department Heads. Stunt, by nature, are always risky- but they rehearse all the time, and prioritize that the team is first. Speedy recovery so this show can go back to making good tv and keep doing it safely.
Love the show and hope for a very speedy recovery for all involved.
Sorry to hear that. Praying for their full recovery.
nicest crew and cast of the biz. my best wishes for a speedy recovery
Why is “the stuntman’s” name not mentioned?
God bless you Kieran. Get better soon.
Nellie,thank you for the update. It’s very good to hear that he seems to slowly be getting better. When this first happened, I was really concerned because any injury involving the head are always dangerous and unpredictable. Your update on this situation is highly appreciated. Although Castle is one of my favorite programs,I think these types of on-set accidents really help put things in the proper perspective. These stuntmen & stuntwomen are an important part of Castle & other programs as well. I wish this man & the actress who was hurt as well all of the best for a complete & quick recovery.
My heart goes out to both of these people who were injured just trying to entertain us all.
Hey – are there any news on Mr Gallagher? Has he been released from hospital yet? Hope he´s going to have a quick and full recovery…