Credit: Universal Studios OrlandoUniversal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights is once again making headlines—but this time, it’s not for the scares. Fans attending the event have noticed that the Freddy Fazbear statue, a centerpiece of the event’s Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) display, is missing a hand. The statue, crafted to resemble aged stone, stands as part of the event’s tribute to the popular video game franchise, but its current state has left guests confused and disappointed.
Missing in Action?
The issue came to light after a fan photo began circulating online, showing the statue with one of its hands visibly gone. Almost immediately, speculation spread across social media, with some guests suggesting the hand was stolen or intentionally damaged. One frustrated fan wrote: “Bring FNAF to the event was a mistake. Not because I dislike the IP, far from it, I f*cking love FNAF. But because it’s attracted the worst kind influencers who have done shit like this and are constantly harassing the actors playing Art. Do better.”
Bring FNAF to the event was a mistake. Not because I dislike the IP, far from it, I fucking love FNAF. But because it’s attracted the worst kind influencers who have done shit like this and are constantly harassing the actors playing Art. Do better https://t.co/rAB7KJxdID
— Jacob 🍉🍉🍉 || Follow the Buzzards ⭕️ (@iot_jacob) October 6, 2025
The viral post quickly gained traction, with many longtime event-goers echoing the sentiment. Several fans expressed disappointment in how certain guests have allegedly disrespected props and performers at Halloween Horror Nights this year. Others called for stronger security or the possible removal of fragile set pieces to prevent further damage.
Will Universal Respond?
At this time, Universal Orlando Resort has not released an official statement regarding the missing hand or whether the statue has been repaired. As of now, it remains unclear if the prop was intentionally vandalized or if it simply broke due to heavy guest interaction.
Halloween Horror Nights, which runs annually at Universal Orlando, features highly themed haunted houses and scare zones inspired by popular horror films and games. This year’s inclusion of Five Nights at Freddy’s has proven to be one of the most talked-about additions, drawing huge crowds and intense fan enthusiasm. However, incidents like this highlight the challenges of managing interactive, photo-heavy experiences at large-scale theme park events.
Until Universal addresses the situation, fans can only speculate about what happened to Freddy’s missing hand—and hope that the beloved statue will soon be restored to its full, fearsome glory.