Tony Danza Opens Up About Second Chance At Life After Near-Fatal Car Accident

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Tony Danza’s “second chance at life” refers to the near-fatal ski accident he survived in 1993, when he crashed into a tree and sustained severe spinal and rib injuries. In recent coverage, he says that experience changed his outlook and helped inspire him to make the most of the years since, including continuing to tour and perform.

What happened

Danza was skiing at Deer Valley in Utah when he hit a rock, lost control, and struck a tree at high speed. Reports from the time said he suffered multiple broken ribs, internal bleeding, and serious back injuries, but he ultimately recovered after surgery and rehabilitation.

Why he calls it a second chance

He has spoken over the years about how the accident made him appreciate life more and gave him a different perspective on work, family, and aging. That mindset now shows up in the way he talks about his stage work and his ongoing “Standards & Stories” performances.