Christy Carlson Romano ‘Shot in the Face’—How a Clay Pigeon Mishap Turned Dangerous.
Former Disney Channel star Christy Carlson Romano recently experienced a terrifying accident while celebrating her husband's birthday.
What was supposed to be a fun day of clay pigeon shooting turned into a life-threatening ordeal when a stray shot from another group hit her in the face.
Romano, best known for Even Stevens and Kim Possible, was at a Texas shooting range when another person "unsafely fired in the wrong direction."
The result? Multiple injuries to her face, with a bullet fragment embedding dangerously close to her right eye. Doctors determined that removing the fragment was too risky, meaning Romano must now live with it under her skin.
Her husband, Brendan Rooney, rushed her to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center, where she received treatment.
Despite the trauma, Romano remains positive, expressing gratitude for her survival and urging others to cherish life’s fleeting moments.
Ironically, this accident occurred shortly after Romano competed in Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test, where she outlasted Olympians and professional athletes. Her resilience was tested yet again—but this time, in real life.
Now recovering with her family, Romano has been reflecting on the unpredictable nature of life. She and Rooney have shared heartfelt messages of love and gratitude, reminding fans to appreciate their loved ones.