On Saturday, his former co-star revealed a "very bad car accident" at an event for fans of the show, which concluded in 2020. "He's lucky to be alive."
At the time, the reps for Padalecki did not comment, but the actor himself was taken to social media today to inform fans about his condition.
"Hey y'all, I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of love. I'm absolutely on the mend, and I'm hoping to return to filming later this week," he said. "I'm so fortunate to have received the finest treatment and be surrounded by people who love me." "So grateful for everyone, thanks to everyone"
Hello, everyone! I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of love. I'm definitely on the mend, and am hoping to resume filming later this week. I'm so lucky to have received the best treatment and be surrounded by people who love me.
Jared Padalecki (@jarpad)
Ackles said he had his friend's permission to share the information during the event and then revealed, "He's home recovering," which he said is blundering my mind when I saw the car.
"He wasn't driving, he was on the passenger seat," the actor said.
Before today's statement, Padalecki's only comment on the subject was a "I'm sorry" he sent to supporters last Thursday.
Hey #SpnFamily! Sorry to miss y'all this weekend in NYC. Thank you and the #WalkerFamily for all of your love and support. Can't wait to see y'all again.
Sorry to miss y'all this weekend in NYC. Thank you for all of your love and support. Can't wait to see y'all again.
Jared Padalecki (@jarpad)
Below is a video from the fan event.
