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‘Tragic event:’ Guest Dies After Riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando
The Stardust Racers coaster, one of Epic Universe's most thrilling rides reaching 62 mph and 133 feet high, remains closed as Orange County Sheriff's Office investigates the guest's death.
- A guest at Universal's Epic Universe theme park became unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers coaster and later died at the hospital on Wednesday night, September 17, 2025.
- The incident occurred shortly after Epic Universe's grand opening in May 2025, with Stardust Racers being one of its most popular and thrilling dual-launch racing coasters reaching speeds of 62 mph and 133 feet in height.
- Universal officials confirmed the guest was transported to the hospital but did not disclose the guest's identity or the exact circumstances leading to the unresponsiveness.
- Universal announced that it is working closely with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office following a tragic incident, and confirmed that the Stardust Racers ride will stay closed while the investigation continues.
- The Orange County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the incident, while Universal has expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences to the family and friends of the guest.
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