Taylor Momsen hospitalized after spider bite spreads up leg during Mexico tour
Rock star Taylor Momsen was hospitalized after a venomous spider bite spread up her leg during her tour in Mexico. The Pretty Reckless frontwoman shared photos of the bite on Instagram, showing it had worsened over nearly a week.
Taylor Momsen spent a night in the hospital after a spider bite on her leg became infected and spread up her limb. The 32-year-old Pretty Reckless singer posted photos on Instagram showing the progression of the bite.
The bite happened nearly a week before her hospitalization. Momsen said a "massive spider" decided to "take a chunk out of" her leg, and the venom "did a number" on her system.
Despite the medical emergency, Momsen remained determined to continue her tour. "Hospital today, show tomorrow, poisonous spiders are NO BUENO but the show must go on, see you tomorrow Mexico City!" she wrote on Instagram while on a hospital gurney.
This isn't Momsen's first encounter with dangerous animals during performances. In 2024, she was attacked by a bat while performing on stage in Spain, telling the audience "There's a f---ing flying bat on my leg right now."
Momsen, formerly known for playing Jenny Humphrey on "Gossip Girl," has been touring with her rock band The Pretty Reckless.
This shows how dangerous spider bites can become if they spread through your body. Momsen's case highlights the importance of getting medical help quickly when bitten by unknown spiders, especially when traveling.
Momsen plans to continue her Mexico City show despite the hospitalization. Watch for updates on her tour dates.
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