Corey Harrison, the 42‑year‑old reality TV personality known from “Pawn Stars,” was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident in Tulum, Mexico, in January 2026.
According to his GoFundMe description and news reports, Corey suffered 11 fractured ribs, a punctured lung, a concussion, and internal bleeding at the scene of the crash.
In the critical early days after the accident, Corey was hospitalized in Playa del Carmen for roughly two weeks, but overwhelming bills made continued care difficult.
Corey told outlets he left the hospital “against medical advice” because he could no longer afford the mounting costs of treatment in Mexico’s pay‑before‑care system.
After returning to his home in Tulum, he experienced extreme pain and dangerously low oxygen levels, prompting emergency house visits from doctors administering IV fluids and morphine.
Because he was unable to afford continued private hospital care, friends drove him to a more affordable facility in Mérida, over four hours away, amid great physical discomfort.
Doctors in Mérida discovered a separated rib pressing into his lung. Surgeons drained nearly three liters of blood and performed three life‑saving surgeries during an additional 18‑day hospital stay.
The total medical charges from both hospitals, emergency care, surgeries, follow‑ups, and related costs quickly exceeded $100,000, with some estimates suggesting up to $120,000 or more.
Corey reportedly spent his entire bank account, borrowed from friends and family, and now says he has just about $400 left, according to statements to media.
In the months since, he has fallen behind on rent in Mexico by around three months and continues to face ongoing medical and rehabilitation expenses.
Close friend Aron Chambers created a GoFundMe page with Corey’s blessing to raise emergency funds to help cover outstanding costs, rent, medication, therapy, and travel back to the U.S. for further care.
The original GoFundMe goal exceeded $100,000, though some reports note the page was adjusted to a lower near‑term target of around $18,000 for immediate needs.
As of the latest reporting, several thousand dollars have been raised toward this campaign from fans and supporters online.
Corey has said in updates that he remains too weak to fly home and is still fully focused on recovery and getting stronger before any travel.
He also acknowledged that he continues to receive residual checks from “Pawn Stars” reruns but clarified he is no longer a regular contributor to the show and has had limited income recently.
Despite his public plea, his father Rick Harrison has publicly disputed some details, stating he paid Corey’s medical bills “long before” the GoFundMe was launched.
Rick also emphasized that Corey is an adult and responsible for his own financial decisions, though the family remains supportive.
Corey responded that the status of the funds from his father and how they are considered (a loan versus a gift) remains part of their personal and business relationship.
Fans and observers have responded on social media with a mix of sympathy, questions, and discussion about healthcare, finances, and the realities of costly medical care following serious accidents.
Corey’s accident also meant missing personal milestones, including family events, while he stays focused on healing and trying to regain strength.
The ongoing situation remains evolving, with updates on Corey’s health, fundraising totals, and family comments continuing to emerge as more details become available.
