Fans Are Concerned After Chevy Chase Is Seen Sporting Nasty Black Eye

“What happened to Chevy’s eyes?” was the question on everyone’s lips after Chevy Chase posted a picture of himself and his granddaughter. The 81-year-old actor’s eyes were bruised, and it seemed like he suffered a face injury, which raised concerns and worries among his fans and followers.

However, while the actor did not directly address his bruised eye, his representative claimed it was an injury from a minor accident. In the photo, making rounds on the internet, Chevy Chase wore a red plaid button-down shirt, red-rimmed glasses, and silver chains, sitting on a couch with his granddaughter Ivy, who was born in August to his daughter Emily.

Chevy Chase smiled warmly despite the injury

 

 

 

 

 

 

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In the viral photo, the 81-year-old appeared to be having a fun time with his granddaughter while he cheerfully embraced his role as a first-time grandfather. Although the photo was heartwarming and sentimental, it also drew attention because of the injury on his face. 

Fans quickly noticed the bruises and speculated about the cause, stirring discussions across social media. Fans asked what happened to his face, they wished him well, and a few even asked if he went walking with comedian Jay Leno, who recently fell off a hill and bruised his eyes. A commenter also jokingly asked if he “Got in a fight with the mailman in Red Bud?”

Chevy Chase representative assures he is in good health

Chase’s representative addressed the concerns, explained that the bruising was from a minor accident, and reassured fans that he was in good health. The representative also joked that Chase does not like to brag but fights crime late at night. He revealed that Chase “just bumped his head in his hotel room rushing for a meeting.”

The update provided relief, with many fans expressing their support and sending well-wishes online. Despite the injury, the actor seemed to be in good health while focusing on family and the holiday season.