“American Idol” Winner Kris Allen And Wife Involved In New Year’s Day Car Crash, Announces Baby
Kris Allen and his pregnant wife are doing better today after being involved in a head on crash on the first day of the New Year.
Access Hollywood is reporting that the 28-year-old “American Idol” winner, his wife, Kathy, and their dog, Zorro, were in the car when the accident occurred. Kris’ mom, Kimberly Allen, Tweeted a very awkward picture of her son in a neck brace and cast, asking for prayers from fans:
“From Kris: he’s in a lot of pain, arm broke, may not play guitar for a while. Prayers welcome please! #headoncollision”
She later continued, “Kristopher and Katy [Allen, Kris’ wife] are both pretty beat up but ALIVE! Thank you Jesus! They are setting his arm now and will have surgery tomorrow.”
Later in the day, Kris, made his way onto the social site as well, reassuring fans that everyone was okay, and revealing to all that he was about to become a father:
“Thank you @ford for equipping me with a car that kept my whole family @katyallen @ZorroPup and the little one we have on the way safe…Yes I got in a really bad wreck tonight and yes I’m having a lil baby. #gonnabeadaddy.”
As for his upcoming tour, Kris said that no accident was going to stop him from doing what he loves and performing for fans everywhere:
“Don’t worry everyone I may have broken my wrist but the #OutAliveTour is still on.”
We wish him only the best.