What Happened To Anne Heche? Does She Have Mental Illness? Injury After Accident And Arrested Facts Explained
Actress Anne Heche got critically injured on August 5, 2022. She was involved in a fiery car accident that left her in intubation.
Since debuting in 1997, she has been a part of many famous movies and TV shows. Her first noteworthy role was in the film Donnie Brasco.
Heche then rose to stardom playing Vicky Hudson and Marley Love in the soap opera Another World. She received numerous honors, including Daytime Emmy and Opera Digest awards from the show. The famous actress was also known for her high-profile romance with Ellen DeGeneres in the 1990s.
On Friday afternoon, Heche got involved in an automobile accident, and an ambulance took her on a stretcher to the nearest medical facility. Regarding her health and more, you may find updates here.
Anne Heche Critically Injured In An Accident- Her Health Update
Anne Heche is stable after being severely injured in a car accident. She has noticeable burns and cuts on her body; the actress was taken away on a stretcher.
According to the TMZ reports, the actress was driving recklessly between her two car crashes. A video shows Heche speeding down a residential street before crashing into a home. She was riding a blue Mini Cooper, which caused a blaze around the residence.
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The bystanders tried to help the ‘Another World’ actress, but she allegedly backed up and drove off before crashing into another house. Ultimately, her vehicle got flamed, and the fire was significant.
Heche was carried to an ambulance in horrific news footage from the event before abruptly sitting up straight and exposing her back burns. Luckily, the homeowners and bystanders were not injured. Meanwhile, Anne was extracted using a crane.
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Is Anne Heche Arrested?
Anne Heche could be arrested or fined after she caused residential damage. Fortunately, no one was hurt but her; otherwise, her actions would have injured or killed the locals.
The news says Anne’s car launched 30 feet into a home. It stopped within a 738- square-foot two-story home.
The accident has caused structural damage and a fire in residence. It took more than an hour to put the fire down.
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According to the Police, a bottle with a red cap was seen in her car. It appears that she was driving under the influence of alcohol. However, the LA police department has not released any official statement.
Heche is currently placed at a nearby hospital. Her condition has prevented doctors from performing any other tests.
Does Anne Heche Have a Mental Illness?
Actress Anne Heche has battled mental health issues in the past. She has also opened up about her war with substance abuse.
In an interview in 2001, the actress said: ‘I drank, smoked, did drugs. I had lovemaking with people. I did anything I could to get the shame out of my life.’ The TV star also added that her choices resulted from her traumatic past that stemmed from her abusive father.
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She said to ABC news: ‘I’m not crazy,” the “Six Days Seven Nights” star also said at the time. But it’s a crazy life. I was raised in a crazy family, and it took 31 years to get the crazy out of me.’
Currently, the US actress is in stable condition at a LA hospital. There haven’t been any recent updates on her health.
