At a Glance
- Allison Statter’s hair caught fire while blowing out birthday candles
- Husband Rich Statter quickly extinguished flames with bare hands
- Kim Kardashian filmed the incident and posted it to Instagram Stories
- Why it matters: The viral moment shows how quickly celebrations can turn dangerous
Kim Kardashian captured the terrifying moment her lifelong best friend Allison Statter’s hair ignited during her 46th birthday celebration on January 11.
The reality star shared the shocking footage on Instagram Stories, showing Allison leaning over her birthday cake to extinguish the final candle. In an instant, the flame leaped upward and set strands of her long hair ablaze.
Kardashian’s camera work captured the chaos as party guests screamed while flames climbed Allison’s hair. The SKIMS founder could be heard yelling “Oh my god!” as the fire spread.
Rich Statter, Allison’s husband, sprang into action without hesitation. He grabbed his wife’s burning hair with his bare hands, quickly smothering the flames before serious injury occurred. Allison looked directly into Kardashian’s camera with a shocked laugh after the flames were out.
“You are on fire baby!!!!!” Kardashian captioned the video, tagging her best friend of over three decades.
The close-call happened during Allison’s milestone birthday celebration, which Kardashian documented extensively on social media. The entrepreneur also posted additional close-up shots showing the exact moment the candle flame made contact with Allison’s hair.
Kardashian and Allison’s friendship dates back to elementary school. Their mothers, Kris Jenner and Allison’s mom, were also best friends, creating a multi-generational bond between the families. The pair frequently appear together at events and special occasions, with Allison featured regularly on Kardashian’s Hulu reality show The Kardashians.
Allison belongs to Kardashian’s inner circle known as her “lifers” – the longest-standing and closest group of friends. During Kardashian’s 43rd birthday in 2023, she celebrated this special group on her show, saying: “I always say I hit the jackpot in the friends department. Spending my 43rd birthday with all the girls that inspire me and motivate me is just really special.”
Earlier on January 11, Kardashian had posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to Allison on Instagram, sharing photos spanning their decades-long friendship. “Happy Birthday to my best friend in the entire world @allisonstatter,” she wrote. “I’ve known you my whole life and couldn’t imagine going through life with any other person. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished! I love you so much!!!!”
The birthday incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly birthday celebrations can turn dangerous, especially when candles and long hair come into close proximity. The quick actions of Rich Statter prevented what could have been a much more serious situation.
Kardashian’s decision to share the footage highlights the close relationship between the friends, showing they can laugh together even after frightening experiences. The video quickly circulated among fans who expressed relief that Allison wasn’t seriously hurt.
The close call hasn’t dampened the birthday celebrations, with Kardashian continuing to post tributes to her best friend throughout the day. The incident adds another memorable moment to their decades of shared experiences, though likely one they’d prefer not to repeat.
Key Takeaways:
- Birthday candle safety is crucial, especially with long hair
- Quick action can prevent serious burns in hair-fire incidents
- The Kardashian-Statter friendship spans multiple generations and decades
- Social media documentation captured both the danger and the relief of the moment
