Luke Bryan Unharmed After Ball Thrown at Concert

Luke Bryan, country music star and American Idol judge, was struck in the face by a ball thrown from the crowd while performing 'Country Girl (Shake It For Me)' at the North Dakota State Fair. Despite being startled, Bryan quickly regained composure and completed his show, later criticizing the disruptive behavior and the trend of fans throwing objects at performers. He considered confronting the person responsible but refrained due to the presence of children and concern for the concert atmosphere. Law enforcement stated there is no active investigation, and Bryan was not injured in the incident. The event is part of a pattern affecting artists such as Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, and Kelsea Ballerini. Bryan also commented on his American Idol future, expressing hope that his fellow judges would return but remaining noncommittal about his own plans.