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Taylor Momsen faced a shocking health crisis on the road. The Pretty Reckless front woman was hospitalized on Tuesday, April 15 after a venomous spider bite caused a spreading rash up her leg during AC/DC’s power tour. Most shocking, this marks her second wildlife attack in just two years on the same tour.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Incident Date: April 15, 2026 in Mexico City during AC/DC Power Up tour
- Location: Bite affected her leg with rash spreading from ankle to knee
- Previous Attack: Bat bite in May 2024 requiring two weeks of rabies shots on same tour
- Status: Discharged and performed next day at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City
A Dangerous Night in Mexico City
Taylor Momsen shared details of her hospitalization on Instagram on Tuesday evening. The 32-year-old posted a close-up photo of her infected leg, which displayed a blotchy red rash running from her upper ankle upward. “Hospital today, show tomorrow,” she captioned the image. “Poisonous spiders are NO BUENO but the show must go on, see you tomorrow Mexico City.”
In a second post the following day, Momsen revealed she had spent the entire night receiving medical treatment. She shared a hospital photo holding an ice pack to her forehead and video footage of herself on a gurney. “Or I just spend the night in the hospital,” she wrote. “Thank you to the amazing doctors who, well, they know.”
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From Spider to Stage in 24 Hours
Despite her ordeal, Momsen stayed true to her rock and roll spirit. She appeared on stage at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City on Wednesday, April 16, just hours after her hospital discharge. Fans were amazed by her resilience and commitment to her fans across North America. “After spending the night in the ER, the great doctors of Mexico made it so I could see all you amazing people tonight,” she posted afterward.
The Grammy-nominated artist and Gossip Girl alum continues her responsibilities as The Pretty Reckless performs opening shows for the iconic rock legends. Her dedication proved that no medical emergency would derail her professional obligations to thousands of waiting fans.
A Pattern of Wild Encounters on Tour
| Incident | Date | Location | Treatment |
| Bat bite onstage | May 2024 | Seville, Spain | Rabies shots, 2 weeks |
| Spider bite | April 15, 2026 | Mexico City | Emergency room care |
Remarkably, both incidents occurred while Momsen was touring with AC/DC on the same legend-supporting run. Back in May 2024, a bat flew onto stage during her performance of “Witches Burn” and clung to her leg. “So ROCK AND ROLL MOMENT,” she explained on Instagram at the time. “A BAT flew onto me…in the moment I was performing and had no idea until the incredible crowd kept screaming.”
Hospital staff even dubbed her “#batgirl” after seeing the incident on local news. Momsen handled the situation with typical humor, reporting the bat “was cute” despite biting her. Now, exactly two years later, a spider has delivered an equally frightening experience during the same tour.
Fan Support and Celebrity Reactions Pour In
“The creepy crawlies just can’t keep their fangs off of you!”
— Alissa White-Gluz, Rock musician
Momsen’s fans and fellow musicians flooded her Instagram with messages of support and humor. Halestorm singer Lzzy Hale commented, “Good lort girl!!! The creatures of the night are coming for you!! Can’t hold you down though.” Another fan joked, “From bat woman to spider woman.”
One witty commenter asked, “Still no superpowers after two creatures?” referencing the increasingly ironic nature of her animal encounters. Musician Chloe Quinn praised her as “so undeniably rock and roll,” noting that “Getting bitten multiple times by dangerous species that seem to be undeniably attracted to you” perfectly captures Momsen’s fearless existence.
Will These Wild Incidents End the AC/DC Tour Curse?
The Pretty Reckless continues touring with AC/DC through early December 2026. The band’s next scheduled appearance is June 5 at Rock im Park in Nuremberg, Germany. Fans are now openly wondering: will Momsen encounter yet another creature before the tour concludes?
What began as an incredible honor for The Pretty Reckless opening for one of rock music’s greatest bands has transformed into an unexpectedly dangerous adventure. Between bat attacks, spider bites, emergency room visits, and triumphant same-day performances, Taylor Momsen has created a legendary tour story. Her resilience in performing the day after hospitalization proves why she remains one of rock’s most dedicated artists. Whether superpowers eventually manifest or another creature appears, Momsen shows no signs of stepping back from the stage.
Sources
- Variety – Comprehensive coverage of Taylor Momsen hospitalization and spider bite incident
- USA Today – Updates on hospitalization and return to stage same day
- Taylor Momsen Instagram – Official statements and photos from the artist
