What happened to Tom Felton? 'Harry Potter' star collapses after medical emergency at Ryder Cup celebrity event

Tom Felton suffers medical emergency after collapsing at Ryder Cup celebrity event (Image via Getty Images)
Tom Felton suffers medical emergency after collapsing at Ryder Cup celebrity event (Image via Getty Images)

Tom Felton reportedly suffered a medical emergency after collapsing at the end of a celebrity gold match on Thursday, 23 September 2021. The Harry Potter star was rushed to a local hospital, according to the Professional Golfers’ Association of America.

The actor was at Whistling Straits in Sheboygan, Wisconsin for the celebrity Ryder Cup event. He represented Europe in the match and played alongside former Finnish ice hockey champion Teemu Selanne.

The duo was playing against former US Olympic hockey captain Mike Eurzione and Olympic speed skater Dan Jansen. Felton was carted off the ground by authorities following a health emergency.

The actor was photographed as medics carried him off the course. He appeared to be in a conscious state in the images. Attendees cheered for the actor as he headed to get medical help.

The incident took place just a day after Felton celebrated his 34th birthday. On Wednesday, he took to Instagram to share a picture on the occasion and wrote:

"Good lord it's been so much fun getting here - yet, somehow, I still feel the best is yet to come. Let's keep a good thing going - to the next 33."

As of now, no exact cause behind the collapse and no further health updates have been made available. However, fans and well-wishers are hoping for the actor’s speedy recovery.


Twitter express concern over Tom Felton’s health condition

Tom Felton is a popular English actor, known for playing Draco Malfoy in the 'Harry Potter' franchise (Image via Getty Images)
Tom Felton is a popular English actor, known for playing Draco Malfoy in the 'Harry Potter' franchise (Image via Getty Images)

Tom Felton is undoubtedly one of the most loved actors in Hollywood. He is recognized across the globe for playing Draco Malfoy in all eight Harry Potter films. While Draco is known for being Harry’s arch nemesis in the franchise, Tom is known for being a fan-favorite over the years.

Following the end of the popular franchise, Felton continued to work as an actor. He has appeared in films and shows like Rise of the Planet of the Apes, From the Rough, The Apparition, Labyrinth, Belle, Feed, Origin, Ophelia, A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting and CW’s The Flash, among many others.

youtube-cover

Tom Felton is also a professional singer and musician. He has released nearly five EP albums so far. His latest album YoOHoO was launched earlier this year.

Felton is also an avid golfer and takes part in celebrity matches. Unfortunately, the England-native suffered a collapse during his latest celebrity golf event. Fans were left extremely worried following the incident and took to Twitter to express their concern. The online community also sent wishes hoping for his fast recovery:

As netizens continue to pour in their good wishes for Tom Felton, fans are awaiting an update over his current health condition. Admirers are hoping the actor recovers and bounces back from his medical issues.

Edited by Siddharth Satish
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications