Jared Padalecki, beloved for his role as Sam Winchester in the long-running series "Supernatural," is recovering from a "really, really bad" car accident. The news, which shocked fans and sent the hashtag #WeLoveYouJaredPadalecki trending on social media, was revealed by his former co-star, Jensen Ackles.

Padalecki, known for his down-to-earth personality and his unwavering connection with fans, was scheduled to appear at a fan convention in New Jersey last week.
When he unexpectedly canceled, fans were left wondering what had happened.
"Hey #SpnFamily! Sorry to miss y'all in NYC this weekend," Padalecki tweeted. "Thank you and the #WalkerFamily for all the love and support. Can't wait to see y'all again."
Ackles, who played Dean Winchester alongside Padalecki in "Supernatural," stepped up to share the news of the accident at the convention.
"He was in a very bad car accident," Ackles revealed. "He wasn't driving, he was in the passenger seat, and he's lucky to be alive.
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"Not only that, but he's home recovering," Ackles continued. "Which the fact that he's not even in a hospital right now is like blowing my mind because I saw the car.
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