A performer at Universal Studios Singapore (USS) experienced a medical emergency during a training session on May 19, 2026, and was taken to Singapore General Hospital for treatment [1, 2, 3]. The incident occurred at the USS address, 30 Sentosa Gateway, where the performer was engaged by an appointed vendor for the WaterWorld attraction [1, 2, 3].
Fellow performers noticed the man was in distress and provided immediate assistance before emergency services were alerted [1, 2, 3]. The Singapore Civil Defence Force received the call for help at about 10:35 a.m. that day and responded to the scene [1, 2, 3].
WaterWorld, based on the 1995 film, features live stunts involving fire and water effects [1, 2, 3]. Following the medical emergency, the WaterWorld attraction at USS has been temporarily closed and is expected to remain so until at least December 31, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
A Resorts World Sentosa spokesperson said, "Safety is our priority. Training is conducted with safety protocols in place, and we are reviewing the circumstances of the incident together with the performer’s employer" [1]. The spokesperson added, "Our thoughts are with the performer and his family during this difficult time" [2].
The nature of the performer’s medical emergency and his current condition have not been disclosed in respect of his privacy [1, 2, 3].
The next major update is expected after the scheduled reopening of the WaterWorld attraction at the end of the year on December 31, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
