Chachi “The Rocketman” Valencia, a seasoned human cannonball performer, is currently recovering from a serious accident that occurred on March 2nd, 2025, at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival in Indio, California.
During his performance, a sudden gust of wind blew him off course midair causing him to miss the safety net. He struck the side of the net and crashed to the ground, sustaining severe injuries, including a lacerated liver, broken ribs and a broken wrist.
Valencia, a sixth-generation circus performer with over 23 years of experience in the human cannonball act, was hospitalized following the incident. Despite the severity of his injuries, reports indicate he is in good spirits and determined to return to performing, though he has stated he will take fewer risks in windy conditions moving forward.
A GoFundMe page has been established to support his medical expenses and rehabilitation, raising over $10,000 so far. Currently, he is recovering at a relative’s home in California before returning to his home in North Texas. His focus remains on healing fully before taking to the skies again, a testament to his resilience after what he described as the most serious accident of his career.
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