Our dear friend Danny Pintauro, whom we fondly remember as Jonathan Bower from “Who’s the Boss?” and Tad Trenton in “Cujo,” recently faced a harrowing ordeal.
On Thanksgiving night, Danny was involved in a scooter accident that led to emergency surgery.
Ever the open book, he shared his experience with us on Instagram, complete with a heartfelt note and some candid hospital snapshots.
In his message, Danny recounted how a blocked bike lane forced him into a split-second decision between colliding with a van or a pylon.
Opting for the pylon, he sustained a nasty scrape on his arm and initially feared it was broken.
However, the real trouble began two days later when he experienced severe chest and abdominal pains, making it nearly impossible to breathe.
Thankfully, his loving husband, Wil Tabares, was right there by his side, whisking him off to the hospital.
After a series of tests, doctors discovered a tear in his stomach lining, which had allowed air and stomach acid to escape into his abdomen, leading to a serious infection.
Danny described it as “the most excruciating pain” he’s ever endured.
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Emergency surgery was performed to repair the tear, and we’re relieved to hear that it was successful.
Danny is now on the mend, though he’s had to endure a few days without eating or drinking to ensure proper healing.
Ever the optimist, he noted that his arm wasn’t broken after all—a small silver lining in this scary episode.
For those who might not know, Danny and Wil have been a dynamic duo since their marriage in 2014.
Wil, a talented musician and actor, has been Danny’s rock through thick and thin.
Their love story is one for the ages, filled with mutual support and admiration.
Danny’s journey hasn’t been without its challenges.
In 1997, he was outed as gay by a tabloid, a revelation that thrust him into the public eye in a way he hadn’t anticipated.
Then, in 2015, during an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Danny bravely disclosed that he is HIV positive, having contracted the virus in 2003.
He also opened up about his past struggles with methamphetamine addiction.
Through it all, Danny has shown incredible resilience and has become an advocate for HIV awareness and LGBTQ+ rights.
After stepping away from the limelight to pursue other ventures, including working as a vet tech, Danny made a triumphant return to acting in 2022 with Lifetime’s “A Country Christmas Harmony.”
His passion for the arts remains as strong as ever, and we can’t wait to see what he does next.
As Danny continues his recovery, he has expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from friends and fans alike.
Instead of sending flowers or balloons, he kindly asks that we light a candle in his honor—a simple gesture to send positive vibes his way.
Let’s all rally around Danny and Wil during this challenging time, offering our love and support as they navigate the road to recovery together.
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