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X17 XCLUSIVE - The Real Story Behind Keith's Crash

keith1.jpgAfter the crashkeith5.jpgThe bike's skidmarks

It's been widely report that country singer (and Mr. Nicole Kidman) Keith Urban was involved in a motorcycle accident in Sydney Monday, on his way to an AA meeting. Although several outlets have claimed that Keith crashed due to the fact that he was being pursued by a paparazzo, X17 has the real story behind the crash:

According to Peter Carrette, the owner of ICON Pictures (the photo agency who employed the photographer in question), Keith has been spotted driving like a "maniac" over the past several days. In fact, they even caught him driving the wrong way down a one-way street several days earlier! For this reason, the photographer was following Keith on his new Harley at a safe distance, staying several cars behind him on a small Suzuki. In fact, at the time the crash occured, the photographer didn't even witness the accident, as he was around the corner from Keith. It was only after he heard the sound of the bike going off the road that he realized something had happened. Instead of starting to snap away immediately, ICON's photog rushed to help Keith up before taking these XCLUSIVE pix. The photog says that Keith didn't appear to be hurt at all, he even signed some autographs for fans before getting back on his bike and driving home.

Keith Urban keith6.jpgKeith driving the wrong way down a one-way street on the 26th



keith2.jpgAccording to Peter, authorities are also apparently looking into whether or not Keith even has a license for this new bike...

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Posted by: Anonymous

First ! 2



Posted by: Anonymous

He's such a failure.



Posted by: Keith's number one fan !

Do you know him personally? Lucky you. I wish I could judge a famous person like you... you rule. OMG what a dick you are... ha ha ha



Posted by: anonymous

Why would you follow him to an AA meeting? Those meetings are supposed to be anonymous!!!



Posted by: James

Nicole Kidman sure knows how to pick 'em huh?



Posted by: torrie

It's bad enough that anyone would compromise someone's privacy trying to attend an A.A. meeting but that you would also be compromising the privacy of all others trying to attend and maintain their anonymity. Yes celebrities give up the majority of their rights to privacy but even they are entitled to some discretion in personal matters.



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!!! FIRST GEORGE NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!! JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE CLOONEY?
ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE WAITRESS!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND!! DO YOU GET MY DRIFT??!!!! HAHAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE GET GLAD!!!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHA I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL GOOD?? SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!!!!!! LOVE ME MORE!!! HAHA



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!!! FIRST GEORGE NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!! JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE CLOONEY?
ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE WAITRESS!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND!! DO YOU GET MY DRIFT??!!!! HAHAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE GET GLAD!!!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHA I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL GOOD?? SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!!!!!! LOVE ME MORE!!! HAHA



Posted by: torrie

It's bad enough that anyone would compromise someone's privacy trying to attend an A.A. meeting but that you would also be compromising the privacy of all others trying to attend and maintain their anonymity. Yes celebrities give up the majority of their rights to privacy but even they are entitled to some discretion in personal matters.



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!!! FIRST GEORGE NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!! JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE CLOONEY?
ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE WAITRESS!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND!! DO YOU GET MY DRIFT??!!!! HAHAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE GET GLAD!!!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHA I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL GOOD?? SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!!!!!! LOVE ME MORE!!! HAHA



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!!! FIRST GEORGE NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!! JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE CLOONEY?
ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE WAITRESS!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND!! DO YOU GET MY DRIFT??!!!! HAHAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE GET GLAD!!!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHA I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL GOOD?? SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!!!!!! LOVE ME MORE!!! HAHA



Posted by: Anonymous

the sidewalks dont even look the same! Where is that little island thing when he crashes. No very concrete x17...
tsk tsk tsk



Posted by: Anonymous

Considering your less than honest reporting on Shitney, you are not a credible source of ANY information.



Posted by: Anonymous

the sidewalks dont even look the same! Where is that little island thing when he crashes. No very concrete x17...
tsk tsk tsk



Posted by: Jose

This guy is PATHETIC!! He was probably drunk and is trying to blame the paparazzi. What a jerk!!



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!FIRST GEORGE, NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!!!!HAHA JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE
CLOONEY? ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE UGLY WAITRESS!!!!!HAHA (INSIDE JOKE) WHAT A FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND. DO YOU GET MY DRIFT!!!!HAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE, GET GLAD. I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S ALL OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL SO GOOD TO BE OUT AND FREE AS A PIGEON!!!!! HAHAHA KNOW WHAT I'M SAYING!!!!! HAHAHA SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!! LOVE ME MORE NOW??????



Posted by: Anonymous

YIKES!!!!!!FIRST GEORGE, NOW WRONG WAY KEITH!!!!!!!HAHA JOKE: HOW MANY COCKTAILS DOES IT TAKE TO HOLD UP GEORGE
CLOONEY? ANSWER: ONE COMPUTER AND ONE UGLY WAITRESS!!!!!HAHA (INSIDE JOKE) WHAT A FAKE GIRL/BOYFRIEND. DO YOU GET MY DRIFT!!!!HAHA DON'T GET MAD GEORGE, GET GLAD. I SPILLED THE BEANS FOR YOU. YOU DIDN'T HAVE THE GUTS TO TELL THE TRUTH. NOW IT'S ALL OUT IN THE OPEN. DOESN'T FEEL SO GOOD TO BE OUT AND FREE AS A PIGEON!!!!! HAHAHA KNOW WHAT I'M SAYING!!!!! HAHAHA SEE YOU IN THE MOVIES!!! LOVE ME MORE NOW??????



Posted by: Steet cop

Driving the wrong way down a one way street he should have his license taken away since he could have killed or hurt someone driving like he owns the street, another celebrity a**hole.



Posted by: Steet cop

Driving the wrong way down a one way street he should have his license taken away since he could have killed or hurt someone driving like he owns the street, another celebrity a**hole.



Posted by: Kim

Hmm....Some people need to get a life! Anytime an accident happens (accident being the key word) it is good news when the people invovled are alright!



Posted by: Anonymous

yeah i live in australia and the paps here are known for their lack of morals and inability to tell the truth. They can stoop pretty low...i wouldn't be surprised at all if this guy is lying...team keith!



Posted by: Anonymous

I bet he was drunk and hurrying to a meeting.



Posted by: kathryn c lopiccolo

i think god he is ok and he keeps praying god will help hem .



Posted by: kathryn c lopiccolo

i think god he is ok and he keeps praying god will help hem .



Posted by: ally

Yeah...those papparazzi are pillars of truth. I'm sure the photog was totally innocent. (insert major eyeroll here)



Posted by: Ludwina

The fact that Keith behaves quiet and not irritated, explains enough!! Need more to say? He even takes time to sign autographs!! A drunk man don't behave like that! Wake up!



Posted by: susana

God, would people just leave him alone?
I thank God too that he was okay. I don't believe for one second that he was drunk or has been driving like a maniac and the wrong way down the streets. Puleeze. Hang in there, Keith.



Posted by: Anonymous

All you nay sayers just wish you could be him. He is adorable and has more money than needed. And is married to Nicole Kidman. He is not like your typical stars.



Posted by: Anonymous

All you nay sayers just wish you could be him. He is adorable and has more money than needed. And is married to Nicole Kidman. He is not like your typical stars.



Posted by: Anonymous

I don't suppose anyone in the papz business would question the self serving version of what happened as told by one or theie own, now would they?

The papz are going to cause someone to be killed again one of these days.



Posted by: Anonymous

It's ridiculous that anyone is followed in these types of chases that photographers instigate. Does anybody care that he was not injured? If people were not chased, they wouldn't have to go to different routes to get away. It never ends. It's even worse here in LA!
Los Angeles, California



Posted by: anonymous

stay safe Keith, we're all thinking of you.



Posted by: Sunshine coast girl

OMG..you idiots dont have a clue..dont judge someone like you know them when you clearly dont.every one can have an opinion but you idiots talk like you know it all..you dont..Keith isnt a dickhead, and he wasnt drunk and he doesnt drink any more..hes sober and Im proud of him..give him a break..if you dont know dont comment..and yes I do know him.



Posted by: Jo

Oh those poor photogs....so honest...YEAH RIGHT!! Those pictures can't be of the same accident. Those brick things are no where near where Keith & his bike is! The photogs just have to throw their untruths in there to make themselves look better and to smear someone who was minding their own business. I think photographers that chase down celebrities are all a bunch of losers and need to get a real job! I am just proud Keith was not hurt!



Posted by: bunnymonkey

Leave the guy alone.. He is not a loser.. He is a phenomenal musician and he is making every attempt to clean up his past demons, that no one seems to want to forget or give him a break- the very fact that he was still civil to the idiots chasing him says more about his character than all you people who continue to bash him and criticize.. firstly, none of you are as good looking or as talented as Keith, and secondly, how many beers had you sucked back while you cited your snotty replies.. ? leave him alone..



Posted by: Anonymous

Leave Keith alone! Considering the source, I believe Keith 100%...those that put him down are just jealous...get a life!



Posted by: Gladys

Who knows if these pictures are lagit, quit blaming Keith for Gosh sakes leave the man alone, everyone has had a accident sometime in their life, I know I have.



OMG! I'm so glad that Keith is alright!! Um.. and by the way.. he's NOT pathetic!



Posted by: superfan

Keith is the greatest!! Just leave the guy alone and let him live his life. He is trying to get himself on the right track and doing a great job at it!!



Posted by: Anonymous

If he was ever riding "like a maniac" or going the wrong way on a one-way street, maybe it was also to in an attempt to evade the paps!--since it was apparently a pap who "witnessed" him doing so. As so many have said here __ LEAVE HIM ALONE The police have no problem with the accident. The case is closed.



Posted by: Anonymous

Keith is an awesome performer..leave him alone for god's sake at least he had the decency to admit he has a problem...and that he got help for it...look at all the other star's who hide behind their problem an act like asshole's...he is an awesome performer, my whole family love him..my husband included...my 6 and 4 year old son's know all his songs by heart...let him have his privacy...asshole's that you are...



Posted by: Karen

I think that the pics are the same location because the street sign is the same as is the property sign with the red sticker on it...I think that the first pic is just farther away than the second. None the less, I am glad that KU was not hurt. As for his sobriaty, he is facing that demon but I doubt that if he was drunk that he would be going to an AA meeting, that he would have noticed or cared that he was being followed by the papparazzi and I HIGHLY doubt that he would have had the insight to lay his bike down instead of hitting a car head on. His reflexes probably would have been slowed....just my opinion.



Posted by: karen

sorry, I mean that first picture was zoomed in...not farther away.



Posted by: Lauren N.

It's funny how all the negative fuckers are left "anonymous". Becuase they don't have the guts to show themselves other than sitting on their fat asses making critical comments of amazing people (meaing Keith)

KU FOREVER!



Posted by: Lauren N.

It's funny how all the negative fuckers are left "anonymous". Becuase they don't have the guts to show themselves other than sitting on their fat asses making critical comments of amazing people (meaing Keith)

KU FOREVER!



Posted by: Keith hater

Is he not even smart enouhg to know what ONE WAY means? Lucky, he did not kill an innocent soul.



Posted by: Anonymous

everyone needs to leave keith alone. i agree with some of the comments above.. when you're a celeb, you surrender your privacy to the public, but when going to an A.A meeting?! c'mon... the papz idiots are the ones being pathetic, not him. for god's sake leave him alone!

i'm very happy that he didn't hurt himself in any way, shape or form. i agree tho, at least he has the decency to fix his problem and battle that demon of his... he's a great person, so stop talking like you know the guy.. you don't.



Posted by: Anonymous

Ok, I just realized something. Everyone who is blaming Keith for all of his wrongs just happen to be GUY'S names... can we say JEALOUS???



Posted by: Kara

Cold day in hell before I believe a Paps story. They're ruthless, especially the owner of Icon Images, the boss of this particular photog. They don't care how they get their photos. I don't see any proof that Keith Urban was going the wrong way done a one way street. So if he was, does that mean the photographer was too? That isn't a new bike either. He's had it for a while.



Posted by: jackie springfield

i know the man personally and i know for a fact he wouldnt be riding full of piss as that is not his form all you guys are just looking for someone to pick on boredem why dont you all go and have a wank to keep your mind off it and out of his bussiness get a life hes a mate of mine so leave him alone



Posted by: Anonymous

I think we have all determined how the papparazzi work - miserable bunch of arses. I congratulate Keith for his courage to seek treatment for his problems, and I believe that he is a "better man" because of it - his recent tour showcased his new found happiness within himself - I believe he is loving and enjoying life fully without the aid of anything artificial - Kudos to you Keith for your committment to sobriety! Now if only everyone had that kind of courage... I'm so thankful he wasn't hurt!



Posted by: Anonymous

I think we have all determined how the papparazzi work - miserable bunch of arses. I congratulate Keith for his courage to seek treatment for his problems, and I believe that he is a "better man" because of it - his recent tour showcased his new found happiness within himself - I believe he is loving and enjoying life fully without the aid of anything artificial - Kudos to you Keith for your committment to sobriety! Now if only everyone had that kind of courage... I'm so thankful he wasn't hurt!



Posted by: Anonymous

I think we have all determined how the papparazzi work - miserable bunch of arses. I congratulate Keith for his courage to seek treatment for his problems, and I believe that he is a "better man" because of it - his recent tour showcased his new found happiness within himself - I believe he is loving and enjoying life fully without the aid of anything artificial - Kudos to you Keith for your committment to sobriety! Now if only everyone had that kind of courage... I'm so thankful he wasn't hurt!



Posted by: MKR

Lets see, so a stalkarazzi follows Keith and expects Keith NOT to drive faster? Same thing happened to Princess Diana and looked what happened there.

The whole point is that the stalkarazzi should not be allowed to hunt people with their cameras, regardless of what the person is doing. If a fan followed a celebrity like that they could be arrested, what is the difference?

The people who take pictures like that are low-life scum who live in the gutter, no wonder they got a picture of Keith when he had to put his bike down due to being chased.

Funny how the stalkarazzi at first claimed he didn't take any pictures yet there is one of Keith on his bike and several of the supposed scene. The stalkarrazi is a liar and the people who publish pictures like that are nothing but leeches trying to live off someone else's success.



Posted by: Jamie and Whitney

So I think it's pretty sad when people have to comment negitively on other people's lives because they are so unsecure with their own! And if someone is driving, especially a motorcycle, they shouldn't be able to take pictures! I consider that a lot more dangerous than getting out of the way so you wouldn't hit a car!

WE LOVE YOU KEITH!!



Posted by: bobbisoxd

I think the papparazzi should stay away from Keith he is a normal man trying to get on with his life and might I add he is doing so respectfully... He defended the papparazzi - this shows me what an honest man he really is... I believe if Keith were doing something illegal - driving wrong way etc.... he would admit it... he doesn't hide the truth ... Keith I am so Thankful You were not hurt... Keep your head up - your true friends are here for you.



Posted by: Anonymous

THIS STORY IS QUITE"UNBELIEVABLE"IN THAT THE MEDIA HAS RUINED IT'S OWN CREDABILTY BY DOING STORIES JUST LIKE THIS, AND PHOTOS CAN BE DOCTORED TO SUIT ONE'S NEED.
TRY MINDING YOUR OWN BUSINESSFOR A CHANGE, AND LET "PEOPLE" LIVE THEIR LIVES!...I PERSONALLY ADMIRE KEITH URBAN...NOT ONLY IS HE TALENTED, HE OWNS UP TO THE FACT THAT HE IS NOT PERFECT!...RECOGNIZING ONES FLAWS, AND TRYING TO CHANGE ARE TRAITS THAT MORE PEOPLE SHOULD/COULD DO!...I COULDN'T STAND SOMEONE TRYING TO SPY ON EVERYTHING I DID OR DIDN'T DO! WHATEVER HAPPENED TO HUMAN RIGHTS, AND CIVIL LIBERTIES? WHY DOES BEING A GIFTED, TALENTED "STAR" MAKE HIM ANY DIFFERENT THAN YOU OR I?...GET OVER YOURSELVES, YOU BITTER, JEALOUS NAYSAYERS! GET A LIFE!...AND LEAVE KEITH TO LIVE HIS!....GINNYLUVSURBAN.....AND EVERYONE ELSE, Fame has nothing to do with compassion or kindness!~



Posted by: objective observer

how do we really know he's going the wrong way? it's just a pic of him driving on the street. how dare you impede on his personal business. he's trying to get better and all you guys do is criticize him. it's like you find happiness in his screw ups. maybe because you find it hard to face your own.



Posted by: Anonymous

You oughta be ashamed of yourself posting crap like this. First off the first 2 photos of the sidewalk are totally different. And second of all the whole story you just gave is just to cover your own tail. And it's just that-a story. I can see when a celebrity is seen out and about they are fair game, however following someone in a vehicle whether it's car, motorcycle, etc should classify as stalking! He can't even go to an AA meeting in private thanks to people like you! You're lucky he didn't press charges. But then he has class. Can't say the same for you.



Posted by: monkeyhugskeith..

if anyone is pathetic its you crazy photohogs. you can't let this man alone . give him a break. keith is a human just like you. who are you to judge him any way. everyone makes mistakes but it was u stupid camera people that won;t leave keith to his private life.he has just as much right as you to have a private life. maybe keith and some of these other movie stars should follow you around day after day to make u feel like they do. keith we love ya take care ...



Posted by: Anonymous

Thank God Keith was not hurt...by someone like you



Posted by: sharon

I think freedom of the press is a little overrated . I think sometimes the press lies. I am so glad for all those people who can judge others...those people without any faults. I myself am human and I am glad Keith was ok
myspace.com/sharonloveskeithurban



Posted by: Windy3

Glad Keith was not hurt. He was taking care of himself in every way. Listen and Learn!



Posted by: Windy3

Glad Keith was not hurt. He was taking care of himself in every way. Listen and Learn!



Posted by: Southern Monkey- figure that one out!!

Keith is the BEST!! Leave him alone. He has a right to his private life just like you do. Your inconsiderate stalking is going to get him hurt. You stupid men are just sooooo jealous. Keith has it all, good looks, ausome guitar player, wonderful singer, money, Most beautiful devoted wife. You just can't stand it, can you?



Posted by: hannah

stop making fun of keith!!!!!!!!



Posted by: Nicole

I agree with the people saying the pictures don't look similar in anyway, so knock-off points of proof for you! Secondly, you don't know him, thus suspending you efforts to judge him. I also think it is LOW of the paparazzi guy to chase him down, snap pictures and then say "Aw, g'day mate, can i help ya out here?' Disgusting! Just give him his privacy and time to take care of his life. Yes, he has a life!!!



Posted by: miss brittany BOO!

Ya'll SHUT THE HECK UP! STOP JUDGING KEITH! THERE WILL COME A DAY WHEN WE ALL WILL BE JUDGED...INCLUDING YOU! Keith is on the right track now and he is pretty much going to stay on it. But if you judge him, he might not keep on the right track. That's what got him drinking in the first place, people judging him. How selfish ya'll are.

I LOVE YOU KEITH! YOU ARE MY HERO!!!!

=]. Don't listen to the LoSERS. =].



Posted by: Anonymous

If he was driving like a maniac he was probably trying to escape from that cold blooded skank he made the mistake of marrying.



Posted by: gml

Leave Keith alone, quit bad mouthing him. I guess the nay posters here are perfect and can do no wrong.







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