Actress Christy Carlson Romano, best known for her role in Disney’s Even Stevens, was injured during a clay pigeon shooting outing on February 7, 2025, in Austin, Texas. According to Yahoo! Entertainment, the incident occurred while celebrating her husband Brendan Rooney’s birthday.
Shot in the Eye
Romano shared details of the accident on her Instagram, revealing that she was struck in five places by gunfire from another party. “So I got shot in the eye. It was not fun,” the actress began the video before reassuring her followers that she is now “safe,” as reported by PEOPLE.
Praise for First Responders
One fragment narrowly missed her right eye, lodging behind it. Despite the severity of the injuries, Romano expressed gratitude for her survival and the support from first responders, saying “I’m very grateful to first responders as a whole. I mean, they’re just the most amazing, superhero people to take care of us at our most desperate times,” as reported by TODAY. She emphasized the importance of cherishing loved ones, stating, “Life can change in an instant.”
Following the incident, Romano was treated at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center. Doctors have determined that the fragment behind her eye is too risky to remove surgically at this time and will continue to monitor her condition. Romano noted that she can see normally at the moment.
Romano and Rooney, who married in December 2013, have two daughters: Isabella Victoria, 8, and Sophia Elizabeth, 5. Rooney expressed his gratitude and admiration for his wife in a comment on her video, stating, “You are the bravest, toughest, most stoic and badass woman I have ever met,” as reported by the New York Post.
Recognized as Ren
Christy Carlson Romano is widely recognized for her role as Ren Stevens in the beloved Disney Channel series Even Stevens, where she starred alongside Shia LaBeouf. Her career has spanned both television and film, with notable appearances in Kim Possible, where she voiced the title character, and in the film Cadet Kelly. Beyond acting, Romano has also explored musical endeavors, releasing an album and touring. As a versatile performer, she continues to make waves in the entertainment industry while balancing her family life.
Clay pigeon shooting, also known as trap shooting, is a sport where participants aim to hit flying clay targets with shotguns. While generally safe when proper safety measures are followed, accidents can occur, underscoring the importance of strict adherence to safety protocols.
Romano’s experience serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the importance of safety in recreational activities.
