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Travis Barker Runs For His LIfe

trix — Tue, 05 May 2009 16:32:00 GMT

Travis Barker must have been inspired by the fact that Katie Price ran a marathon, because he's getting in on the action. Well, I guess it could have been his brush with death last year too.

He is getting in shape to run the LA Marathon on May 25. What, that's pretty soon, he must have been doing some clandestine training for us to not have reported this sooner.

I guess I won't be heading down to Los Angeles on the 25th, thanks for the heads up Star magazine. I'm sure Travis will do great, he's just going to need to load up or he's going to waste away to nothing during the run.

I once tried to go to Olvera Street and didn't realize the marathon was going on, I don't even remember where I ended up.

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Travis Barker is Happy To Say "I DO"

trix — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:33:00 GMT

Travis Barker has had a crazy year and to finish it all out he is going to get married again.

I think that perhaps his brush with death last year was the impetus behind the vow renewal and I would be right. Both Shannon and Travis admit that the reason for them to exchange vows again came from the need to live life the fullest, something they both realized after the plane crash last September.

Shannon said, "It's not so much about the wedding but about having a celebration of each other and getting through all the crazy things we've been through. When you almost lose a loved one, it makes you appreciate things you took for granted."

I'm sure Alabama and Landon are tickled to have mommy and daddy together again.

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Travis Barker Files Lawsuit Against Plane & Tire Companies

Sassy Smith — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:05:00 GMT

After surviving a plane crash in September, Travis Barker has been slowly making a recovery and he's now, along with Charles "Che" Still's mom Thelma (on behalf of her son, who died in the crash), filing a lawsuit against the airplane and tire companies.

According to TMZ, the suit was filed in L.A. County Superior Court and Travis and Thelma Martin Still claim, "one or more of the tires failed leaving tire depris and portions of airplane components along the 8,600 foot runway," which caused the Learjet to crash.

The suit also claims a "negligent attempt to abort the takeoff. The pilot's decision was a breach of their duty owed to the passengers onboard and was a substantial factor in causing the crash and resultant injuries and deaths."

It also states that the plane was "defective," and, "It's landing gear, tires, wheels, brakes, reverse thrust system, squat switches and component parts were not airworthy."

Travis is suing for "pain and suffering, mental anguish, psychological and emotional distress and disfigurement and pre-impact fear of death and burning."

Travis and friend DJ AM were the only survivors. Besides Charles Still, 25, three others died - Chris Baker, Barker's assistant and friend, 29, Sarah Lemmon, pilot, 31 and co-pilot James Bland, 52.

Travis has been seen out spending with with his family - ex-wife Shanna Moakler and their children. And he's back in the recording studio, saying, "I'm already playing my drums again and I'm already back in the studio."

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Travis Barker Recording Again

Karl Erikson — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:08:00 GMT

Travis Barker, still recovering from burns he got from a plane crash in September, is going back to work. "I'm already playing my drums again and I'm already back in the studio," Travis told MTV. The former Blink-182 drummer was on last night's "Total Finale Live."

"It was like riding a bike," he says. "It was really exciting to know I still have my chops. It still felt good. I still can make it around the kit. Everything felt right."

Travis has two children with his ex, Shanna Moakler...Landon and Alabama.

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Travis Barker- I'm Going To Disneyland

trix — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:02:00 GMT

Travis Barker, Shannon Moakler and kids spent the day at Disneyland. Here they are pictured outside Sephora.

It looks like Atiana got a little make over at Libby Lu or at least some fancy face-painting.

I always miss the stars at Disneyland. I was just there Friday, Saturday and Sunday and Travis Barker was there on Tuesday with his family. I would be able to use my own photos as a source instead of seeing them somewhere else.

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Travis Barker's Burn Pics

Karl Erikson — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 15:32:00 GMT

Here's Travis Barker outside the Marmalade Cafe in Santa Monica the other day. Travis was recently released from the burn unit and is still in recovery, but seems to be doing well. You can see the burns on his legs. Yikes. I think it's time we start calling him Miracle Man.

Travis and Shanna Moakler have two children together, Landon Asher and Alabama Luella.

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Shanna Moakler Speaks: "I Was Supposed To Be On That Plane"

Sassy Smith — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:05:00 GMT

Ex-wife of Travis Barker, Shanna Moakler, says she was supposed to be on that ill-fated plane that crashed, that saw Travis badly burned, friend DJ AM burned and four others killed. She said she had "a bad feeling" at the last minute and changed her plans.

Moakler tells Us magazine, "I was supposed to go with [Travis] to South Carolina, and at the last minute, I had this gnarly feeling and said, 'I don't think we should fly together anymore. God forbid something ever happened....our kids wouldn't have both parents. Instead of flying a commericial flight back home, they decided to take a private jet.

"He emailed me pictures of the plane and wrote, 'It's really small and scary.' I had a bad feeling, but didn't want to sound strange, so I said, 'Be safe.'"

When Shanna got the call from a paramedic, telling her of the crash, she thought it was Travis and AM playing a joke on her.

"I almost hung up on him. He said, 'No, ma'am, I am very serious.' I was like, 'Oh, my God. What do I do?' and started crying. I had to sit down with [Barker's assistant] Little Chris [Baker's] wife, Jessica, and break the news about Chris. Someone could have been giving me that news. It was horrible."

Shanna broke the news to her children - Atiana, 9 (from a previous relationship), Landon, 5, and Alabama, 2 - and then "took a lot of Xanan" and got on a plane to Georgia with one of Barker's managers so she could be by her ex-husband's side.

"I flew with one of his managers because I didn't want to be alone. When I saw him at the hospital, he was all bandaged up but could talk. We both cried and cried. The hardest part is to see someone you love in such pain and not be able to do anything about it."

She talked of Travis' ongoing treatment and said, "he might be out in the next two weeks." (He's since been released early).

Moakler also addressed the comment that Barker wrote on his blog about not seeing her since "the week [he] checked in." She said she was "deeply hurt" by what he wrote but that they share "a love that will always be there."

She adds, "Trav and I are so crazy. We are off for one week, on the next. I haven't though about the long term. We're just trying to get him well and home.... I would never abandon anyone in his condition, and I have made sure he had a support system. My feelings are deeply hurt. I wish him a speedy recovery and am thankful he's alive."

Maybe these two will have a happy ending one day.

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UPDATE: Travis Barker News & Photos

Sassy Smith — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:02:00 GMT

Almost one month ago, Travis Barker walked away from the plane crash that killed four (and injured his friend DJ AM) and although he suffered second and third degree burns, the drummer has updated his blog and says he could be released soon! Travis said....

More pics after the jump!

Here is what Barker wrote on his MySpace:

"Just another quick one to let everyone know that I think Im getting out of the hospital soon :) I can't wait to get out of here and be home with the babes. The doctors say Im healing up quickly and I'm gonna be out of here b4 you know it.

Game and Sticks stopped in to give their best wishes today...

Yoko from Matsuhisa (MY FAVORITE RESTAURANT!) brought some food in for us. She is such a sweetheart and so nice to take the time to bring me some rad food.

James, Skinhead Rob, my pops and aunt all stopped in again.

The staff here is THE BEST, but this is what I have to say to hospital life:"

I'm sure his kids are anxious to see and be with their daddy too! Wishing Travis a speedy and full recovery. To view all of the photos, click the source below.

UPDATED: Travis wasn't kidding when he said he'd be released soon! He's now on his way home to recover from his injuries and has asked that the public respect his privacy while he does so. Glad to hear he's on the mend!

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Celebrity Hook-Up: Shanna Moakler & Gerard Butler?

Sassy Smith — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:39:00 GMT

After Travis Barker was burned in a plane crash a few weeks ago, his ex-wife Shanna Moakler had rushed to be by his side. It looked like the couple were getting close again - sometimes tragedy brings people together, but that's not always the case, it would seem....

Moakler was seen smooching Gerard Butler at his new restaurant Shin on Monday evening. Perhaps the closeness of Shanna and Travis that seemed apparent to the outside world, just wasn't there at all.

Travis had updated his blog, which hinted that his ex wasn't tending to him like he thought she should be. The message said, "Despite any rumors you might have heard via my EX-wife Shanna Moakler, who I have not seen since the week I checked in, I've been treated amazingly well, both here in LA and in Georgia."

Shanna updated her blog as well, with, "With great tragedies comes great truths, these truths either bring people together, or tears them apart...."

Now that says a lot without saying a lot. It sure would have made a great love story though wouldn't it? Ex-lovers and spouses reunite after a horrific tragedy and live happily ever after with their two children. Sadly, doesn't look like that is going to happen.

Shanna looks pretty cozy with Gerard.

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Travis Barker Says Thank You

trix — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:32:00 GMT

Travis Barker is still in the hospital, but wanted to send a message out to his fans. He wanted to express his thanks for all the support and well wishes he has received since he was injured in a plane crash 3 1/2 weeks ago. He wrote his thank you on his my space page.

Thank you

I want to give my deepest thanks to everyone who has helped deal with the current situation. First and foremost, Chris and Che were my friends. I would give up anything to have them here with us today, healthy and happy. To call them my employees does them such a disservice, as they were so much more than that. Chris was my best friend before anything else, and I can never put into words how much he will be missed. Che was an amazing person as well, and I was honored to have him in my life.

I am simply amazed and will be forever grateful for all the support everyone has shown to Chris and Che's families. Its a testament to how many lives they touched in a positive way.

Hospital Life!

Like the doctors said from the beginning, its been a slow recovery process. I am coming up on the 7th of my surgeries Monday. Today I finally was able to move all my fingers on my right hand. Every step seems huge at this point, and Im doing EVERYTHING I can possibly do to get back to my kids. Yes, I did start eating meat again, but if it helps me to be home holding my little humans sooner, then its all worth it. The staff here are all bomb! Dr. Grossman and his staff are the best. The BOSS Barbara, and nurses Betty, Jay , Emily, Julio, Lolita, and Stephanie (with the best scrubs ever!) are all taking the best care of me.

My good friend Armen has been kind enough to save me from the hospital food, and brings Jamba Juice, Wahoos, or whatever else I need to keep my calories and protein levels high.

Despite any rumors you might have heard via my EX-wife Shanna Moakler, who I have not seen since the week I checked in, Ive been treated amazingly well, both here in LA and in Georgia. The hospitals Ive been treated at are THE BEST.

My friends and family have been amazing. My pops has been with me ANY time I need him. My sisters, James, Skinhead Rob, Daniel, Hoover, Armen and of course Ricardo and Nicole, have all shown amazing support. JD and Mark Hoppus both took the time to come visit and offer their support as well. Estevan Oriol even came in with a calendar.

Saying "thank you" to all these guys just wouldn't be enough...

I got to see AM the other day. Seeing him after he was discharged was an inspiration. I saw just how awesome the doctors' work here is, and got to see how well he is doing. I am so happy to see him doing well, and we are both so lucky and grateful that we are alive today.

Im even using some of this time to help design the summer '09 Famous line. Maxx, Jose, Bill have been awesome helping to keep the machine going. These are some seriously dedicated people, and Im lucky to call them friends.

Now Im just counting the days until I can leave. I cant wait to get home to play drums with my son, and go for bike rides with my daughter. I cant wait to see the pictures from Landon's "Jack and Sally Nightmare Before Christmas" birthday party that we had for him today. I am bummed that I couldn't be there, but thank God Ill be around to see many, many more.

Thank you everyone for your support!

Check out his myspace profile here.

There are some pictures of him recovering in the hospital on his page.

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Travis Barker: I Want To Hold My Kids Again

Sassy Smith — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:02:00 GMT

Travis Barker was released from the Joseph M. Still Burn Center on September 29, after surviving a horrific plane crash, that killed four. He was moved to the Grossman Burn Center in Sherman Oaks, Calif, but is reportedly not happy with the conditions of his new hospital.

A friend of Travis' ex-wife Shanna Moakler, tells Life & Style, "While the skin-graft surgery [performed there] was a success, they're concerned about the level of care Travis is receiving now."

Apparently Barker is unhappy with not being able to quickly access doctors and meds. The source adds, "He felt he had to wait too long for pain medications after his surgery last week and that he hasn't been receiving quick enough access to doctors. They're looking into moving him elsewhere, but I'm not sure they will. It's a very emotional time."

As well, Travis, 32, wants Shanna to be able to stay the night and the hospital is refusing.

On a happy note, Travis himself has spoke with Us Weekly magazine and is "thankful to be alive!" That's an understatement I'm sure.

He continues, "I hate planes. My biggest fear ever is to be involved in a plane crash, so when that happened... well, I'm just thankful to be alive! I'm just grateful to be here at all."

He decided to travel by bus to the new burn unit with his dad and Shanna.

"I am doing the best I can possibly be. I'm so anxious to get out of here... I've just been in surgery after surgery. I have third-degree burns basically from my feet up to my waist and both hands. One of my hands has second-degree burns and one has third-degree burns.

"I'm trying to have a quick recovery and play the drums again and be able to hold my kids again." Barker has two children with Moakler - Landon, 5, and Alabama, 2. "I’m going nuts not being able to see them and spend time with them!”

If his recovery goes well, he will be able to go home within two weeks. He said about being in the hospital, “Oh gosh, I hope not much longer. I sit here and I read books and watch TV. I think if this surgery went well, I’ll be here for at most two weeks.”

His friend DJ AM, the other survivor of the crash was released from hospital shortly before Travis was moved. Doctors have stated that they believe both men will fully recover.

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Shanna Moakler Is Devoted To Travis Barker

Sassy Smith — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:11:00 GMT

After her ex-husband Travis Barker, was burned in a plane crash, Shanna Moakler dropped everything to be by his side. And she's not leaving...

Travis has been released from the burn unit in Georgia and back in Los Angeles to recover. A source tells PEOPLE that Shanna is sticking by her ex.

"She is so devoted to him [and] he appreciates it so much. She's sticking by him. She is with him. Despite everything that's happened to them, they love each other."

The insider says that Barker has gone to another hospital in L.A. "He wants to be home."

Another source says that Travis won't fly: "Trust me, [Travis] will never fly again - ever."

Despite leaving the burn unit last week, Travis, 32, is not out of the woods yet. The source adds, "he's not in good shape. It's still serious. It's very serious."

And the one person who will be there no matter what, is Shanna. "She's concerned about him and hopes he's okay. They've come to terms with what's going on and are dealing with it."

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DJ AM Seen Out - Attending Chris Baker's Memorial Service

Sassy Smith — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 23:01:00 GMT

DJ AM was seen out earlier Monday morning, to attend memorial services for Travis Barker's assistant, Christopher 'Lil Chri' Baker. Adam (AM's real name) was released from the burn unit on Friday.

Travis Barker was released from hospital earlier today. Both men are lucky to be alive and I'm sure their families are very grateful. At the same time, they are mourning the loss of four people.

Our condolences once again to the families.

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Travis Barker Released From Hospital!!

Sassy Smith — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:47:00 GMT

After being severely burned in a plane crash less than two weeks ago, Travis Barker, 32, has been released from the hospital!

Spokesperson Beth Frits told Us magazine: "Travis Barker was discharged from the Joseph M. Still Burn Center at Doctors Hospital this morning. He left in good condition."

That's great news! His family must be so relieved!

His friend and music dj DJ AM, the other survivor, was released on Friday. Adam updated his Facebook page, saying, "Adam Goldstein is the luckiest guy alive."

We're thrilled for both men - they seem to be making speedy recoveries!

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Travis Barker's Video Tribute To Chris Baker

Sassy Smith — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 12:12:00 GMT

Travis Barker lost not only his assistant, but a dear friend, in the plane crash last weekend, that saw Travis severely burned. Barker's apparel company Famous Stars and Straps has released a tribute video to Christopher "Lil Chris" Baker to honor and remember him.

Video link after the jump!

Friends describe Chris as "a trouper."

Tal Cooperman, who runs skater brand DCMA Collective said, "He really represented Travis and his company in the best way I've ever seen."

Chris is survived by his wife and 2-year-old son, as well as his parents, and extended family.

Linda Warn, Chris's mom spoke with momlogic.com and said of her painful loss:

"When she looked through the blind this time it was her oldest son's friend. When she saw his face, she immediately knew tragedy had struck for a second time -Warn has lost her 24-year-old son Rob in a motorcycle accident just 31 days before losing Chris - She opened the door and asked him if it was her two-year-old grandson, Sebastian. When he shook his head no, she asked if it was Chris. He said yes, and then she cried, "No!" He told her about the crash, and they walked inside and turned on CNN. From that point on she was in constant contact with Chris' wife, Jessie, who was talking to Barker's clothing company, Famous Stars and Straps. The news on TV wasn't confirming Chris was dead, but they all knew he was."

You can see the video tribute to Chris HERE. It's beautiful but sad.

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Plane Crash: DJ AM Releases A Statement

Sassy Smith — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:34:00 GMT

DJ AM, one of only two survivors in last weekends devastating plane crash has been released from the Georgia hospital where he was receiving treatment for his burns. He's on his way back to Los Angeles and has released a statement:

Through his rep, DJ AM (real name Adam) released the following statement:

"Adam Goldstein has been released from Doctors Hospital. While he is deeply saddened by the events, he is thankful for all of the love and support he has been receiving from fans and friends world wide. We ask that you continue to respect his privacy as he rests and heals and mourns the loss of his friends."

No other information about Travis Barker has been released, however, according to billboard.com, the drummer was undergoing surgery for his burns.

We wish them the best.

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DJ AM Returns to Los Angeles

Karl Erikson — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:40:00 GMT

It hasn't even been a week since the deadly plane crash that killed four people and miraculously left Travis Barker and DJ AM alive. And yet, DJ AM (aka Adam Goldstein) has returned to Los Angeles already. According to Us magazine, Goldstein returned via bus from Georgia, which is where he was treated at the Josephh Still Burn Center for second-degree burns.

Both Goldstein and Barker are expected to make full recoveries, but it's surprising that either of them has been released from the hospital this quickly.

There were 6 people on the plane, including DJ AM and Barker. The pilot and copilot died from smoke inhalation and burns. The other two passengers - friends of Barker and AM - died from impact injuries.

It's not yet known why the plane went down like it did, though the black box indicates that the pilot knew of a blown tire.

We'll keep reporting news as it comes down the pike. Hope DJ AM and Barker are feeling okay. It's got to be a life-changing experience, surviving something like they did.

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Remembering Chris "Lil Chris" Baker - Photos

Sassy Smith — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:10:00 GMT

Christopher "Lil Chris" Baker, who was the personal assistant and friend to Travis Barker, died in a fiery plane crash last Friday night. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Besides his parents and extended family, he leaves behind his wife, Jesse, and his two year old boy, Sebastian. Chris was remembered by his home town....

Chris is being remembered in an article published by the sacbee.com:

(Shown are Chris' parents)

Christopher Baker – a 29-year-old Roseville native whose love of cars drew him into the world of celebrities, rock 'n' roll stars and reality television – was one of the four people killed in the weekend South Carolina plane crash involving former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker.

Known as 'Lil Chris by family and friends, the Roseville High School graduate was Barker's close friend and personal assistant. "Chris got to see the world with Travis," Baker's mother, Linda Warn, said Sunday at the Roseville family's home. "He went to Japan, Australia, almost all of Europe and every state in the continental U.S., I think.

"Once he called us at 3 a.m. just to tell us he was standing in front of the Mona Lisa."

The Van Nuys-bound Learjet carrying six people crashed shortly after takeoff from an airport in Columbia, S.C., late Friday, according to news reports.

Baker, along with another member of Barker's entourage, 25-year-old Charles Still, pilot Sarah Lemmon and co-pilot James Bland, were killed.

Barker and celebrity DJ Adam Goldstein, known as DJ AM, were badly burned, but are expected to recover.

Baker is survived by his wife, Jessie, and toddler son, Sebastian. The couple would have celebrated their first wedding anniversary next month, Warn said.

"We've got Sebastian and we've got Jessie. So we still have Chris," Warn said.

Baker grew up working on cars with his stepfather Robert Warn, who helped him fix a 1953 Chevrolet. As a teen, Baker participated in the Roseville Police Athletic League's car program, where he'd spend hours under the hood at police headquarters.

"He loved working on cars," Robert Warn said. "He wanted to get them looking good before they ran."

After graduation, Baker started an auto detailing business that he later took to Los Angeles.

One of the first times Warn went to visit her son, she asked him what was so great about Southern California. That evening, Baker took her up a mountain where they could see the lights from the city.

"They looked like stars and he said, 'It's like living in heaven,' " Warn said. "He loved the people and he loved the fast pace. He wasn't uncomfortable around celebrities. He treated them like you or me."

Baker struck up a friendship with Blink-182's Barker about five years ago, when the two met at a gas station.

"Chris told Travis that he had a really nice car, but he needed to hire him to take care of it," Warn said.

The men quickly became friends and Baker spent a year touring with the drummer before being hired as his personal assistant.

In addition to concerts, Baker was seen in several episodes of "Meet the Barkers," an MTV reality show that followed Barker and his family.

"They were inseparable," Warn said. After the crash, the drummer was in critical condition with burns." Travis called Jessie and just kept saying, 'I lost our Chris.' He's devastated," the mother said.

The Warns said Baker always shared his good fortune with his family, frequently sending them products from from Barker's clothing line, Famous Stars and Straps.

When Robert Warn, an avid country music lover, couldn't take time off for a last-minute concert, Baker sent him a program signed by all the artists.

"It really warmed my heart," Robert Warn said.

Baker's death was the second tragedy to hit the family. Last month, Baker's 24-year-old stepbrother, Rob Warn, was killed in a motorcycle accident in Sacramento. Another son, James Warn, is 22.

"We're going to work it out. Chris would've wanted us to go on," Warn said. "Now they're both with God. We had our hands full with those two, so now God is busy."

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Mandy Moore & Jermaine Dupri Rush To Travis Barker & DJ AM

Sassy Smith — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:03:00 GMT

Mandy Moore, who used to date DJ AM, and music producer Jermaine Dupri, good friend to Travis Barker, rushed to be by the two men's bedsides.

Dupri, boyfriend of Janet Jackson, told Usmagazine.com, "It's a seriously sad situation. He's [Travis] doing good...but I really hate to see my friends go through this."

Travis and DJ AM (Adam) both suffered second and third-degree burns in the crash that killed four of their friends. Dr. Fred Mullins said during a press conference on Sunday, that they expect both men to make a full recovery.

Barker suffered burns on his torso and lower body and Adam was burned on his arm and part of his head. Dr. Mullins would not give details on the percentage of the burns or whether they were conscious. He would also not divulge information about their current treatment.

He did say that they did not sustain any other injuries in the accident. "I think these patients are going to make a full recovery. Anybody who can survive a plane crash is very lucky."

Both men have a lot of support from family and friends. We wish them both a full recovery.

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NEW Details On Travis Barker & DJ AM Plane Crash: How They Survived!

Sassy Smith — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:37:00 GMT

Travis Barker and DJ AM, despite being badly burned, are very lucky to have survived Friday night's plane crash. If you've seen the video footage, it would make you wonder how anyone could have come out of that alive - yet two people did. New details have come to light as to how the men got out with their lives....

Lieut. Josh Shumpert of the South Congaree Police Dept. to spoke with PEOPLE:

"[Travis and Adam] told me that they slid down the wing on the right side of the plane. They said they were on fire, and that they tackled each other and put each other out." Shumpert's dashcam caught the video of the burning plane.

Shumpert adds, "When I got there they were on the side of the road. They were pacing and in shock.

"Travis was very shaken up." Travis had been given Gatorade after asking for some water.

Earlier reports said that the men were naked, but according to the lieutenant, they were not.

"Travis was wearing some kind of shorts and no shirt." DJ AM had boxers or shorts on as well. "Travis had one sock on. And a black hat on his head."

Both men were quick thinking and that gave them a fighting chance of surviving.

Dr. Mullins of the Joseph M. Still Burn Center at Doctors' Hospital in Augusta gave a press conference on Sunday.

"Since both Barker and Goldstein are in overall good health and didn't suffer from any other crash-related complications, a full recovery is expected." The doctor notes that recovery from burns can take as long as a year.

Travis and Adam are so lucky to have survived. I'm sure their families are feeling very thankful to have them here.

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Sassy Smith — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:06:00 GMT

Travis Barker and DJ AM are very lucky to be alive after being involved in a horrific plane crash last Friday night. Friends and family have been rallying around the two stars, as well as fans, sending nothing but best wishes for speedy and full recoveries for both men.

Both Barker and Adam (DJ AM's real name) suffered second and third-degree burns and doctors have said they are both expected to make a full recovery. Friends and family have spoken out and want fans to know that both are progressing in their healing.

According to Us Magazine, Travis's ex-wife and mother of his two young children, Shanna Moakler, has released a statement. She wants to thank fans for their outpouring of love and concern for the ex-drummer of Blink 182.

"There are not enough words to express how thankful we are for the outpouring of love and support we have received during this very difficult time. We can only ask for prayers as we heal and mourn the loss of our dear friends who we considered part of our family. Our lives will be changed forever."

TMZ is reporting that DJ AM is doing well. An unnamed source said, "[He is] ambulartory and in good spirits."

As well, TMZ has information on the cause of death of the other four victims on board. A coroner concludes that Chris Baker and Charles Still died from blunt force trauma. The pilot Sarah Lemmon, and co-pilot James Bland died from smoke and fume inhalation plus thermal injuries.

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Travis Barker & DJ AM Plane Crash: Profiles Of The Four Who Died

Sassy Smith — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:10:00 GMT

Friday night's plane crash saw drummer Travis Barker and music dj DJ AM luckily surviving but both being badly burned. Unfortunately four others did not survive. Those who died are pilot Sarah Lemmon, co-pilot James Bland, Chris Baker, and Charles Still. A statement, on behalf of all four victims' families was issued, "The families wish to thank fans from all over the world for their prayers and concern. Deepest sympathy is expressed to the loved ones of those who perished in the crash."

Our deepest sympathies to the families. The profiles of the victims are from thestate.com:

James Bland, known to friends as “Jim,” had recently retired as a pilot for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where he worked for 20 years.

Bland, 52, of Carlsbad, Calif., was co-pilot of the plane that crashed at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, killing him and three others and injuring performers Travis Barker and DJ AM.

Helicopter pilot Tim Ferrill had known Bland for 30 years. Ferrill said Bland flew jets to South America over the Pacific Ocean in the middle of the night, intercepting aircraft smuggling drugs.

Bland had logged more than 10,000 flight hours, flying more than five days a week for the past 20 years, Ferrill said. He had an airline transport pilot license, the highest level of certification.

Ferrill, a retired detective-sergeant with the Long Beach Police Department, was a co-pilot during two of Bland’s missions.

“To my knowledge, he’s never put a scratch on any kind of aircraft,” Ferrill said. “He was just an absolutely meticulous pilot. He’s the last guy I’d ever think something like that happening to.”

Bland is survived by his wife, Anne, and teenage daughter, Erin, said his friend of 20 years and neighbor, 67-year-old Maria Cleary.

Cleary was watching the television news early Saturday and jumped up from her chair when she learned he was among the victims.

“He’s a very nice fellow, and I’m heart broken,” she said.

Chris Baker:

As Travis Barker’s personal assistant, Chris Baker was a familiar face on the 2005-06 MTV reality series about the rocker’s chaotic family life, “Meet the Barkers.”

Baker, 29, of Studio City, Calif., was with Barker late Friday night when the private plane they were in crashed at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Baker and three other people died in the crash, which left Barker and his performing partner, DJ AM, critically injured. The plane was traveling to Van Nuys, Calif.

According to E! Online, Baker was a newlywed who also was a father of a 2-year-old son. His nickname was “Little Chris.”

A comment posted on Baker’s MySpace page read: “RIP, Little Chris. ... Forever in our hearts.”

His family could not be reached for comment Saturday.

Sarah Lemmon of Anaheim Hills, Calif., was the pilot of the plane that crashed Friday night at Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Lemmon, 31, died in the crash.

Her family could not be reached for comment Saturday.

Charles “Che” Still shared a love for Cadillacs and clothes with his boss, rocker Travis Barker.

Still, 25, worked as Barker’s security guard. He was one of four people who died late Friday night in a plane crash at Columbia Metropolitan Airport that critically injured Barker and DJ AM.

Still, who grew up in Riverside, Calif., had talked about opening a store featuring Barker’s clothing line, Famous Stars and Straps.

Still spoke to his mother, Thelma, at 11:35 p.m. Friday to tell her they were leaving Columbia then instead of Saturday afternoon.

“He just told me he wasn’t supposed to be coming back that night,” she said. “It’s almost like they went there and did the concert and turned around and came right back.”

Thelma Still told her son to call when he landed, and they both said, “I love you.”

“We never hang up without saying, ‘I love you,’” she said.

Shortly after the crash, she got a call from one of his friends who told her Still was dead.

“He was my baby,” she said.

Still graduated in 2001 from Centennial High School in Corona, where he played wide receiver on the football team, winning a conference championship, his mother said.

“There’s just an aura around him when he walks into a room,” she said. “He was very handsome, caring, loving and sharing. ... He made a very good man, and he made a very good friend and a good son.”

Still was a church-going Christian who enjoyed lifting weights and teaching others about fitness, friends said.

Neighbor Becky Avery last saw Still about six weeks ago when she stopped by his mother’s house to drop off roses to place on his father’s grave. Still’s father died of an illness two years ago.

Almost everyone in the neighborhood knew Still, Avery said.

“He was just friendly and outgoing,” she said. “And he was cute as a button.”

In addition to his mother, Still is survived by older brothers Miguel and Marlon and older sisters Mia and Monica.

Kristi Cheslaw, 39, grew up with Still.

“He was always happy, and he just always wanted to better himself and just make the right choices, and you knew he was gonna go places,” she said.

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Shanna Moakler Stays Strong For Travis Barker

trix — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:30:00 GMT

Shanna's pain and worry is evident.

Shanna Moakler is in Georgia to be by Travis side as he is treated for, and recovers from 2nd and 3rd degree burns from the plane crash on Saturday night.

You can see the pain and sadness in her face when she left the room after visiting with Travis. A friend of Shanna's told People magazine that, "she’s there trying to lift his spirits , she’s there for him and will be there for him as long as it takes. She loves him.”

She's trying to stay strong for Travis, and got some much needed support from a friend.

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Crash Footage-Travis Barker and DJ AM How Did They Survive?

trix — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:09:00 GMT

WOLO-TV in Columbia South Carolina exclusively obtained footage from the plane crash, that claimed the lives of 4 people over the weekend and severely burned Travis Barker and DJ AM.

The following footage was shown on the local news but is disturbing.

Viewer discretion advised...

A coroner in South Carolina, where the crash of the Learjet occurred, determined Monday that the pilot and co-pilot died from smoke inhalation and burns while Baker and Still were killed by impact-related injuries.

If you would like to make donations to the Memorial Funds, that were set up for the benefit of Baker and Still's families, please use the contact addresses below. These addresses were in the US Magazine article.

Chris Baker Memorial Fund
1840 South Milliken
Ontario, CA 91761

Charles Still Memorial Fund
1840 South Milliken
Ontario, CA 91761

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Celebs Speak About Travis Barker & DJ AM

Sassy Smith — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:39:00 GMT

After being severely burned, but thankfully surviving a horrific plane crash, Travis Barker and DJ AM are expected to make a full, albeit slow, recovery. Some of their Hollywood friends and fans sent well wishes to the two men and as well to the families of the four people who passed away in the crash.

The stars spoke with E!online:

Jamie Kennedy said:

"You know, it's crazy because I've been trying to call Travis because he was on my show Blowin' Up and I've known him for a long time. And I just hope to God - and I pray - that they're okay and they get throught it... My heart goes out to the four victims' family for sure, and I do hope that DJ and Travis do pull through. And they are gonna pull through."

David Spade said:

"Sometimes you wind up in those little planes, and there's always a point where you feel like something might go wrong...It just scares me, I feel for them, and it makes me rethink everything....Everyday that you live is a good one. I hope they'll pull out of it all right. I think everyone's pulling for them."

Kathey Griffin said:

"That is a terrifying, terrifying experience to go through, and thank God two of the guys survived, but,oh man. It's a scary, scary thing for everyone to go through."

Lauren Conrad said:

"My prayers are with them. It's so scary...I just think it's a wake-up call. A lot of people take those planes, and you kind of get comfortable and you kind of forget, but it's really scary."

Statements from other celebs:

Fallout Boy released this:

"Our band would like to reach out and put those who were a part of this tragedy and their families in our prayers, and as well our continued support for the recovery of those who survived. It's times like these that we are reminded -- in the worst possible way -- to honor life. Chris [Baker] was a rad guy. He always had a way to get us to smile on tour, no matter what situation we were in, and he was truly beloved.

"In the next few days, more information will emerge and we will more fully understand the extent of this terrible tragedy," the statement continues. "In the meantime, we want to encourage anyone reading this to simply tell the people you love how you feel."

Rapper Beanie Siegel who has recently worked with Travis told MTV:

"I was just with Travis and the whole squad in Vegas," he said. "Man, that [news of the tragedy] took me like, 'Wow.' It's just a blessing he survived. It got me thinking, like, 'Is it all worth it?' This lifestyle and all the traveling we do.

"It was cool working with [Barker]," Sig added. "We didn't sit in the studio together, but I laid [down] my vocals and sent it to him. He called back and said he loved the record. He said he wanted to do the music over and make the record we did have an even bigger sound."

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