Jimmy Nolan, a former Ute football player and coach, has been through a lot in the past two years.In September 2020, his wife Tar and three of their four children, Micki, Daisy and Jimmy Jr., were involved in a horrific car crash in South Carolina that claimed the life of Micki and left the others with severe injuries. Since then, Jimmy and Tar have been struggling to recover physically, emotionally and financially from the devastating loss and trauma.
The Accident and Its Aftermath
According to Sports Illustrated, the accident occurred on September 10, 2020, when a tractor-trailer collided with the Nolans’ SUV on Interstate 95. The impact caused the SUV to burst into flames, trapping the occupants inside.Jimmy, who was coaching at Los Angeles Harbor College at the time, received a phone call from a state trooper informing him of the tragedy.
Jimmy rushed to South Carolina to be with his family, who were taken to different hospitals. Tar suffered a broken neck, a broken back, a collapsed lung and burns over 80% of her body. Daisy had a broken leg, a broken arm and burns over 40% of her body. Jimmy Jr. had a broken arm, a broken leg and burns over 30% of his body.Micki, the youngest of the siblings, did not survive the fire.
The Nolans faced a long and painful recovery process, requiring multiple surgeries, skin grafts, physical therapy and psychological counseling. They also faced mounting medical bills, legal fees and living expenses, as they had to relocate to South Carolina for their treatment.A GoFundMe campaign was started by a friend of Jimmy to help them with their financial needs, raising over $500,000 as of December 2023.
The Divorce and Its Controversy
In 2022, Jimmy and Tar decided to end their marriage of 14 years, citing irreconcilable differences. The divorce was a shock to many of their supporters, who had witnessed their love and strength through their social media posts and updates.However, the divorce also sparked a controversy, as some people accused Jimmy of abandoning Tar and having an affair with another woman.
Jimmy denied the allegations and defended his decision, saying that he and Tar had grown apart and that he still loved and cared for her and their children.He also said that he had met his current girlfriend, Barbara Fritz, after he and Tar had separated, and that she had been a source of support and happiness for him.
Tar, on the other hand, expressed her hurt and anger over the divorce, saying that Jimmy had betrayed her and their family. She also claimed that Jimmy had stopped paying for her medical bills and that she was in dire need of financial help.She appealed to her followers on Facebook and Instagram to donate to her PayPal and Venmo accounts, saying that she needed money for rent, utilities, food, physical therapy and a new lawyer.
However, some of Tar’s followers questioned the legitimacy of her requests, saying that she had received enough money from the GoFundMe campaign and that she was lying about her situation. They also accused her of being ungrateful, selfish and manipulative. Some of them even reported her accounts to the social media platforms, causing them to be taken down.Tar responded by saying that she was telling the truth and that she was being harassed and bullied by Jimmy’s supporters.
The Current Status and The Future Outlook
As of December 2023, Jimmy and Tar are still living separate lives in different states. Jimmy is still coaching at Los Angeles Harbor College and is in a relationship with Barbara Fritz. He is also involved in The Nolan Strong Foundation, a non-profit organization that aims to help families affected by burn injuries and trauma.He spends time with Paisley, his eldest daughter, who was not in the car during the accident, and visits Daisy and Jimmy Jr., who are recovering well and attending school.
Tar is still undergoing physical therapy and coping with the loss of Micki. She is living with her sister, Joanne Peck, who has been updating her followers on her progress and needs. She is also looking for a new lawyer to represent her in the divorce case and to sue the truck driver and the company involved in the accident.She hopes to get justice and compensation for her pain and suffering.
Jimmy and Tar Nolan’s story is a heartbreaking one, full of tragedy, loss, love, betrayal, hope and resilience. Their lives have changed forever since the accident, and they have faced many challenges and difficulties along the way. They have also received a lot of support and criticism from the public, who have followed their journey through social media. Their future is uncertain, but they are both trying to move on and heal from their wounds.
