Donny Osmond Faces Lawsuit After Fan Suffers Eye Injury at Las Vegas Show

A night of entertainment turned into a medical nightmare. Now, a fan's lawsuit could change how audience participation is handled in Vegas performances.

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2026 February 18 . 7:21 AM

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Donny Osmond Faces Lawsuit After Fan Suffers Eye Injury at Las Vegas Show

An Illinois woman is suing Donny Osmond and Harrah's Las Vegas after suffering a serious eye injury during one of his residency shows. Joanne Julkowski claims she was struck by a lighted ball thrown into the audience on February 15, 2024, resulting in a retinal detachment.

The lawsuit seeks over $15,000 in compensation for medical bills, lost earnings, and pain caused by the incident.

Julkowski attended Osmond's interactive performance at the Harrah's Showroom, where the show includes segments involving oversized, illuminated balls tossed into the crowd. According to her legal filing, the venue was poorly lit during this part of the act, making it difficult for audience members to see and dodge the objects.

Retinal detachment can occur from blunt force or sudden head movement, even if the object is lightweight but thrown with speed. Julkowski's injury has led to ongoing medical treatment and financial losses.

Meanwhile, Osmond's residency at Harrah's has been running since before February 2026, with recent extensions announced. New show dates from September to December 2026 were confirmed on January 23, 2026, and tickets went on sale three days later. A performance is scheduled for February 17, 2026, nearly two years after Julkowski's incident.

Osmond has been a fixture in Las Vegas since 2008, known for his high-energy shows that often involve audience participation. The lawsuit does not specify whether the interactive segments have been modified since the incident.

The case will determine whether Harrah's or Osmond's team bears responsibility for Julkowski's injuries. If successful, the claim could lead to changes in how interactive elements are handled during performances. The next hearing date has yet to be set.