Whitney Way Thore: A Minor Crash, A Major Shock — and the Truth She Could Only Admit When It Was Too Late.
GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA —
My Big Fat Fabulous Life star Whitney Way Thore was reportedly involved in a minor traffic collision in downtown Greensboro on Friday afternoon, according to local authorities.
Police confirmed that Thore, 40, was behind the wheel of her black SUV when her vehicle struck another car at a four-way intersection near Elm Street. Early reports suggest that Whitney may have misjudged a yellow light while turning left, causing a light impact with an oncoming sedan.
No serious injuries were reported, but both vehicles sustained moderate front-end damage.
“It was terrifying — even though no one was seriously hurt, it happened so fast I barely had time to think,” Whitney told People in an exclusive statement Saturday morning. “I’m incredibly thankful everyone is okay. It was a scary wake-up moment for me.”
Police Statement
The Greensboro Police Department confirmed that no charges were filed.
“Both drivers were cooperative and appeared calm,” said Officer Dana Lewis, who responded to the scene. “It was a low-speed collision caused by a simple misjudgment. Alcohol or phone use were not factors.”
The other driver, identified as a 28-year-old local woman, declined medical treatment and told reporters, “Whitney was really kind and apologetic. It was just an accident — these things happen.”
Whitney’s Emotional Response
Following the incident, Whitney shared a brief message on Instagram, writing:
“I’m fine. The other driver’s fine. But my heart was racing for hours. Please, everyone — put your phone down and take a breath before you drive. It only takes one second to make a mistake.”
Fans quickly filled her post with words of support, many calling the star’s transparency “refreshing” and “human.”
A Year of Reflection
This incident marks another emotional chapter in what’s already been a challenging year for the My Big Fat Fabulous Life star. Whitney has openly discussed dealing with grief after the death of her mother, Barbara “Babs” Thore, and supporting her father Glenn through recovery from a recent health scare.
“I’ve been running on empty emotionally,” Whitney admitted. “Maybe this was life’s way of telling me to slow down — literally and figuratively.”
Moving Forward
A TLC representative confirmed that filming for the upcoming season was not affected, though producers are reportedly reviewing whether to address the accident in future episodes.
“Whitney has always shared her life honestly — even the messy moments,” said one show insider. “This situation just shows she’s human like the rest of us.”
As of Sunday, Whitney’s car was being repaired, and the reality star said she’s taking a few days off from driving to “reset and breathe.”
No one was hurt — but for Whitney Way Thore, the close call was enough to remind her that even the most fabulous life can take an unexpected turn in the blink of an eye.
