Eugene Mirman, the voice actor known for his role as Gene Belcher in the animated series Bob’s Burgers, was rescued from a fiery car crash near the Bedford Toll Plaza in New Hampshire on Tuesday. According to multiple reports, Mirman's electric vehicle struck the toll plaza and caught fire just before noon.
Key Takeaways
'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Eugene Mirman was rescued from his burning car after crashing into a toll plaza in New Hampshire. A state trooper assigned to Governor Kelly Ayotte's security detail and two bystanders pulled him to safety, while the governor retrieved a fire extinguisher.
- Actor Eugene Mirman suffered serious injuries in a fiery crash near Bedford Toll Plaza
- State trooper from Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s security detail rescued him with help from bystanders
- Governor Ayotte thanked rescuers and expressed prayers for Mirman's recovery
- Mirman is known for voicing Gene Belcher on 'Bob's Burgers'
A state trooper assigned to Governor Kelly Ayotte’s security detail, along with two bystanders, pulled Mirman from the burning car through a window. The governor herself retrieved a fire extinguisher but was not in any danger. New Hampshire State Police Colonel Mark Hall described the rescuers' actions as heroic.
Mirman was transported to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. His agent, Jay Glassner, confirmed the actor's condition and expressed gratitude toward the bystanders, state police, first responders, and hospital staff who saved him. The crash remains under investigation, and no charges have been filed.
Mirman began his career as a stand-up comedian before transitioning into voice acting. He has voiced Gene Belcher in over 300 episodes of Bob’s Burgers, which celebrated its 300th episode earlier this year. The show, often referred to as a 'comfort show,' features Mirman's character as the musical middle child of the Belcher family.
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