‘Wipeout’ Contestant Dies After Completing Obstacle Course

by Larry Leo

November 21, 202013 Comments

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A male contestant on the obstacle course game show Wipeout has died after completing a course on the show...

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The contestant, who has not been named, went into cardiac arrest after finishing the course and was treated on set by emergency professionals. Paramedics were then called in and the contestant was taken to a local hospital, where he later died.

Sources close to the production confirm that all contestants on the show are expected to complete medical exams before being cleared to participate, and other safety precautions on the show include having on-site paramedics, doctors, and a safety producer.

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ColdTurkey•41 months

Oh wow!! That’s terrible. Prayers for his family I can’t imagine losing someone like that

JackieTreehorn•41 months

That’s why I always liked Double Dare. 15 years and not a single proven fatality.

lsutigerfan619•41 months

Didn't realize this show still existed.. RIP regardless

real turf fan•41 months

Was the "completed course" the first (daylight) run, or the final three contestants night time run?

SeeeeK•41 months

I actually loved this show, they would beat the shite out of the contestants. And was glad to hear they were bringing it back, hopefully this doesn't rain on the shows parade. John and John were good as hosts.

Yellerhammer5•41 months

This happened in 2009 as well.

Giantkiller•41 months

At least he completed it before he was wiped out.

BobABooey•41 months

On my 2020 Dead Pool list, I had “Wipeout Contestant.” Do I get credit or did I have to use his full name?

shackleford318•41 months

It died with the gentleman who died, sorry for playing.

BigDropper•41 months

So, even if you complete the course, they give you a heart attack to prevent you from acquiring the prizes... Great strategy!

JumpingTheShark•41 months

Honestly didn’t know wipeout was back but always liked that show