Influencer Rebecca Zamolo revealed that her husband, Matthew Yoakum, sustained second-degree burns when his face caught fire during a barbecue event. Rebecca has amassed a significant online following by producing family-oriented videos, challenges, and entertainment content. With approximately 3.3 million followers on Instagram and over 30 million subscribers on YouTube, she has built a strong digital presence.
Matt, who frequently features in the family videos, is well-known to their followers. The couple often includes their children, Zadie and Xander, in the content shared on their social media platforms.
On July 31, Rebecca shared images showing visible burns on Matt’s face, explaining that the injuries occurred during a barbecue mishap. The images depicted the extent of the burns, revealing the redness and damage caused by the flames. The family did not disclose further details regarding the cause of the fire or whether Matt received immediate medical treatment.
Addressing the incident on Instagram, Rebecca wrote, “Matt’s face caught fire at our barbecue, resulting in ‘2nd degree superficial burns.’ Despite the timing, just before our trip to Hawaii for his birthday, he chose to continue the journey. It was a frightening experience for all of us, underscoring the value of life.”
She expressed gratitude for the support received, particularly from friends in the medical field who aided in Matt’s recovery. Followers flooded the comments section with well-wishes, showing solidarity and concern for his well-being.
As of the latest update, no further information about Matt’s condition has been shared by the couple. Rebecca emphasized that they are taking each day as it comes in navigating his healing process.
