US EditionCNN Guest Goes Viral for Backflip Fail in Hilarious On-Air News Blooper
CHATHAM COUNTY, GEORGIA, JUL 24 – Robert Anthony Cruz, known for backflips in games, face-planted during a live CNN stunt meant to promote the Savannah Bananas, who regularly sell out stadiums nationwide.
- Robert Anthony Cruz, a Savannah Bananas player, attempted a backflip live on CNN on July 24, 2025, but face-planted on the landing in the studio.
- Cruz explained he was running low on sleep and lost his bearings due to bright studio lights, causing the failed stunt during a promotion for an upcoming game.
- The incident generated a viral 13-second clip with over 5 million views, and Cruz received medical attention including several stitches for a split lip and chin.
- Cruz said, "I had zero reason to doubt my abilities" and admitted the clip is really funny while noting his pride was slightly damaged but he is fine.
- Despite the mishap, Cruz will continue performing backflips during Banana Ball games as the Savannah Bananas sustain a sold-out tour over the next two months.
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Savannah Bananas Player Brutally Face-Plants While Attempting Backflip
Sometimes the gimmick just falls flat. Such was the case for Robert Anthony Cruz of the Savannah Bananas, who was trying to introduce the masses to Banana Ball on CNN. Cruz, 26, attempted a backflip on live TV in-studio on Thursday, July 24, only to face-plant on the landing. Amid audible laughs from the crew off camera and as one of the anchors, Kate Bolduan, attempted to hide her face with her hands, her coanchor, John Berman, tried to continu…
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