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Final Destination Bloodlines Aims for Guinness Record with 71-Year-Old Stuntwoman’s Fiery Performance

Yvette Ferguson’s full-body fire stunt in the sixth installment of the horror franchise has been submitted for Guinness World Records verification ahead of the film’s May 16 release.

Overview

  • Yvette Ferguson, a 71-year-old stunt performer, came out of retirement to execute a full-body fire burn for the film’s opening sequence, potentially setting a world record.
  • The record-breaking stunt has been formally submitted to Guinness World Records, with verification still pending as of May 6, 2025.
  • The dramatic scene takes place in the fictional 1960s Skyview Tower, a 400-foot-tall structure that collapses during the franchise’s signature premonition sequence.
  • Directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein emphasized the use of practical effects and custom-built sets to create a visually immersive and intense experience.
  • Final Destination Bloodlines, the sixth film in the series, is set to debut in theaters on May 16, continuing the franchise’s legacy of high-stakes, R-rated thrills.