What Happened During the Siegfried and Roy Tiger Attack
On October 3, 2003, during a Las Vegas show, a 400-pound white tiger named Mantecore attacked Roy Horn. The tiger dragged Horn by the head and neck, causing severe injuries. The show stopped immediately while trainers and staff intervened.
Immediate Aftermath and Injuries
Roy Horn suffered a stroke, a severed artery in his neck, and other critical injuries. He was rushed to a hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. Siegfried Fischbacher and the production team paused all performances and canceled the remainder of the show for the night.
Long-Term Impact on the Show and Venue
Roy Horn spent months recovering and later used a wheelchair. The show resumed briefly but was permanently canceled in 2004. The venue, the Mirage, later redesigned its entertainment lineup. Siegfried and Roy continued to appear in limited public events, and the incident became a widely cited case in discussions about big cat safety in entertainment.
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