‘Wipeout’ contestant dies after competing in obstacle course while filming reality TV show

A man on the “Wipeout” TV show died earlier this week after completing an obstacle course while filming the series, sources familiar with the production told CNN.

Following Wednesday’s incident, the candidate was assisted by emergency medical personnel on site and later died, the sources said. “Wipeout” contestants must undergo medical examinations before participating, according to the sources, who added that contestants this season were also tested for Covid-19 before filming.

A spokesperson for TBS, which broadcasts “Wipeout,” told CNN in a statement, “We are devastated to learn of his passing and our deepest sympathy goes out to the family.”

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Endemol Shine North America, who produces the series, added, “We offer our sincere condolences to the family and our thoughts are with them at this time.”

Production of “Wipeout” was halted Thursday and Friday and will resume after a planned hiatus after the Thanksgiving holiday.