Bob's Burgers star Eugene Mirman rescued from burning car after NH crash. Actor hospitalized with severe but non-life-threatening injuries.
- April 2, 2026
AceShowbiz - Eugene Mirman, the voice behind Gene Belcher on the hit animated series Bob's Burgers, was seriously injured in a car accident early Tuesday morning in New Hampshire. The actor was rescued from a burning vehicle after a collision at the Bedford Toll Plaza.
Initially, the identity of the person pulled from the crash was unknown, but TMZ later confirmed it was Mirman. Emergency responders found him trapped inside his car, which had caught fire following the crash. Multiple bystanders and officials quickly sprang into action to help.
A State Trooper, New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte, and other witnesses worked together to extract Mirman through a window of the burning vehicle. Video footage from WMUR-TV captures the flames engulfing the totaled car while rescuers worked to ensure his safety.
After being freed, Mirman was transported by ambulance to Elliot Hospital with severe but non-life-threatening injuries, according to WCVB. His current medical status has not been publicly disclosed.
Colonel Mark B. Hall praised the rescuers, stating, "Certainly, their actions were heroic in what they did. Without hesitation, they put themselves in danger to render aid to someone who was in need of it." Their quick response was crucial in preventing further harm to the actor.
Mirman has been a part of Bob's Burgers since its debut in 2011, lending his voice to Gene Belcher in all 310 episodes. The series, known for its quirky humor and memorable characters, features other voices including H. Jon Benjamin as Bob Belcher, John Roberts as Linda Belcher, Dan Mintz as Tina Belcher, and Kristen Schaal as Louise Belcher.
The show also expanded to the big screen with The Bob's Burgers Movie, which premiered in 2022. Fans and colleagues alike are hoping for Mirman's speedy recovery and have expressed their support during this difficult time.
Updates on Mirman's condition will be shared as more information becomes available. Meanwhile, the incident has highlighted the bravery of those who acted to save a life under dangerous circumstances.
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