In a bizarre turn of events that’s making headlines this holiday season, Zoe Ball and Fatboy Slim’s daughter, Nelly, found herself in an unexpected mishap involving a Christmas tree. The incident occurred while she was helping her father, legendary DJ Fatboy Slim (real name Norman Cook), decorate their home for the festive season.
According to sources, the accident happened when the towering tree toppled over as Nelly was attempting to place an ornament on one of its higher branches. Witnesses say the base of the tree wasn’t properly secured, causing it to tilt and crash. In the process, Nelly sustained minor injuries, including a sprained wrist and a few scratches.
Fatboy Slim, who was standing nearby, reportedly rushed to help his daughter and ensure she was okay. The iconic DJ later joked about the incident, saying, “Clearly, we need to re-think our Christmas tree strategy next year.”
Zoe Ball, who was not present at the time, took to Instagram to share her gratitude that Nelly wasn’t seriously hurt. In a heartfelt post, she wrote, “A bit of Christmas chaos! Thank goodness our girl is alright—just a few bruises and a good story to tell. Big love to @FatboySlim for the dad reflexes.”
Fans flooded her comments with well-wishes and humorous anecdotes of their own holiday mishaps. Some even suggested alternatives like smaller trees or artificial ones to avoid similar accidents in the future.
The incident has sparked light-hearted conversations online, with many praising the family’s ability to laugh off the ordeal. As Nelly recovers, it seems this Christmas mishap will go down as a memorable moment in the Ball-Cook household.
This festive season serves as a reminder: whether you’re a global superstar or just a regular family, even Christmas decorations can come with their own set of surprises!