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Savage Garden’s Darren Hayes Broke His Jaw

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Darren Hayes, the frontman of the iconic '90s duo Savage Garden, recently revealed the traumatic details of an accident that nearly cost him his life. On March 17, 2025, Hayes suffered a severe fall at home which resulted in a broken jaw and shattered teeth. The accident came two months to the day after the passing of his mother, Judy Hayes. In an emotional Instagram post, he shared that the incident occurred after he fainted three times shortly after getting out of bed. The blunt force suffered during the fall was so severe that it split his left jawbone in half, leaving him in a pool of blood and in excruciating pain.

Hayes was quickly taken to Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, where the seriousness of his condition was assessed. This resulted in emergency reconstructive surgery four days later, during which a titanium brace was inserted to reconnect his jaw. His mouth has since been wired shut for a minimum of eight weeks to facilitate healing. Despite the severity of his injuries, Hayes expresses gratitude for being alive, acknowledging that had he landed in a different position, the outcome could have been fatal.

This incident follows a period of intense emotional strain for Hayes, who had recently finalized a painful divorce and learned of his father's death. Such personal challenges, coupled with his mother's passing, have compounded his feelings of sorrow and vulnerability. Underlying these events are ongoing health concerns; before the accident, Hayes had experienced lightheadedness and minor fainting spells. His medical team has ruled out neurological and heart issues but continues to investigate the cause of these episodes.

Hayes, who abstains from alcohol and drugs, described his health scare as a complete shock, highlighting how unexpected and bewildering the incident was. He has since used his platform to communicate with fans, letting them know that he will be out of the spotlight for some time as he focuses on recovery. Hayes emphasized that his journey back to full health will be long, involving not just the healing of his jaw but also extensive rehabilitation and dental repair.

This shocking accident brings to mind the heights of Savage Garden's success. The Australian duo, comprised of Hayes and Daniel Jones, was known for chart-topping hits such as “Truly Madly Deeply” and “I Knew I Loved You,” both of which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. However, the group disbanded in 2001, with Hayes pursuing a solo career thereafter. Despite many challenges, Hayes retains a sense of resilience, vowing to return stronger than before.

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