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Darren Hayes Shares Details of Near-Fatal Accident and Recovery

The Savage Garden singer revealed he fainted multiple times in March, causing severe injuries, and remains under medical investigation as he recovers from reconstructive surgery.

Overview

  • On March 17, Darren Hayes fainted three times, suffering a fall that broke his jaw in two, shattered nine teeth, and left him unconscious in a pool of blood.
  • He underwent emergency reconstructive surgery on March 21, where surgeons inserted a titanium brace and wired his mouth shut for an eight-week healing period.
  • Doctors have ruled out heart, arterial, and neurological issues as causes of his fainting spells, but the root cause remains under investigation.
  • The accident occurred two months after Hayes's mother passed away, adding to a series of personal losses, including a recent divorce and his father's death.
  • Hayes, now one month post-surgery, has shared his gratitude for medical support and loved ones, expressing determination to recover and return stronger.