Jeffrey Katzenberg (left) with Marilyn Katzenberg and actor Jim Parsons (Getty Images)
Jeffrey Katzenberg, the DreamWorks Animation CEO, is recovering from a life-threatening car accident that landed him in the hospital for three days, an individual with knowledge of his situation told TheWrap.
Katzenberg was driving his Tesla on Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills at 7:30 am after the light turned green when another car cut across Sunset and crashed into the Hollywood mogul.
The car was “totaled,” according to the individual, adding that it was a “miracle” that Katzenberg walked away with his right wrist and arm shattered and nothing further. The other car is believed to be at fault, apparently having not seen the Tesla.
The injuries required four hours of surgery and three days stay in Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. Katzenberg was released late last week and appeared at a charity benefit on Friday
The accident reportedly happened on Oct. 19, but was not revealed until Monday.
Elsewhere Katzenberg thanked Tesla founder Elon Musk for saving his life, but the individual said the comment was not meant literally.
A spokesman for DreamWorks Animation could not immediately be reached for comment.
From Jeffrey Katzenberg to J.J. Abrams: Top 10 Showbiz Donors in 2013 (Photos)
Bill Edwards
The St. Petersburg, Fla.-based record producer has worked with Carnie Wilson, Cheap Trick and "American Idol" finalist Michael Lynche. He's also the top showbiz donor in 2013, giving more than $164,000 -- to Republicans.
Jeffrey & Marilyn Katzenberg
The DreamWorks Animation chief has been a longtime major Democratic giver, and he's not slowing down this year, coming in second with more than $137,000 to PACs and the DNC.
J.J. Abrams & Katie McGrath
The "Star Wars" director and his wife have contributed more than $116,000 during the 2011-2012 cycle -- this year they've already topped that at more than $117,000 and counting.
Stanley & Karen Hubbard
The head of Hubbard Broadcasting has topped the $100,000 mark this year -- mostly to Republicans -- though he and his wife did give $5,200 each to the campaign committee of Amy Klobuchar, the Democratic senior Senator from Minnesota, where the Hubbards live.
Charles W. and Cantey Ergen
The Dish Network co-founder and his wife have given more than $95,000 this year, including $32,400 to the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee -- while Cantey gave the same amount to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
Alan & Cindy Horn
The Disney Studios chair and his wife have been strong Democratic supporters -- giving $200,000 in the 2012 election cycle -- and this year they're up to $80,000.
Stephen & Ellen Susman
Ellen Susman is a Houston-based writer and author who hosted and produced PBS's "Balancing Your Life" series. She and her husband Stephen Susman, one of the country's top plaintiff attorneys, have been strong Democrat supporters -- they gave $333,000 in the 2012 cycle -- and are close to $100,000 for this year.
Tom and Jessica Rothman
The former Fox executive -- who's moving to the Sony lot where he's set to revive Tri-Star -- and his wife gave $111,000 last cycle to Democrats. They've given more than $67,00 so far in 2013.
Joseph and Marie Field
Joseph Field serves as board chairman of big radio broadcaster Entercom Communications -- but he and wife Marie are also major contributors to the Dems, giving a whopping $520,000 in the 2012 election cycle. This year they're up to a more modest $63,000.
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A look at the top 10 entertainment industry political donors in 2013 — and how much they've given.
Bill Edwards
The St. Petersburg, Fla.-based record producer has worked with Carnie Wilson, Cheap Trick and "American Idol" finalist Michael Lynche. He's also the top showbiz donor in 2013, giving more than $164,000 -- to Republicans.
