A woman died after riding one of Universal Orlando’s most intense rollercoasters, according to newly released state records.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) reported that a 70‑year‑old woman became unresponsive after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida on November 25, 2025. 

She was transported to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. Her identity and the official cause of death have not been released.

The fatality was only revealed this week as the department disclosed the state’s fourth‑quarter 2025 theme‑park injury report. 

The same report listed six additional guest injuries across major Florida parks, including Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, LEGOLAND Florida and Busch Gardens.

‘Due to privacy-related concerns, the Department does not receive updates to initial assessments of a patron’s condition,’ FDACS wrote.

State records show 21 incidents tied to the ride since 2004, including reports of dizziness and, in one case, a fractured vertebra, WFLA reported.

Revenge of the Mummy, an indoor coaster that accelerates riders to 40-45 mph in near‑total darkness, is widely regarded as one of Universal’s more extreme attractions. 

A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida on November 25, 2025, according to state records

A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida on November 25, 2025, according to state records

The indoor roller coaster launches riders up to 45 mph through near-total darkness, with sudden drops, backward motion and fire effects

The indoor roller coaster launches riders up to 45 mph through near-total darkness, with sudden drops, backward motion and fire effects

The theme park advertises the ride as one of its most extreme rollercoasters, billing it on its website as one that will leave riders ‘digging their nails into the safety rail.’ 

‘Just as it seems you might’ve escaped, you’ll plunge straight down into a pitch-black abyss with no end in sight. Will you ever see daylight again? Or will you remain sealed inside this tomb forever?’ the website adds.  

Riders say the rollercoaster includes abrupt launches, sudden braking, a 39‑foot plunge, an unexpected backward‑moving section and rapid directional changes. 

Universal warns guests that the attraction involves darkness, violent motion and dramatic special effects.

A Universal spokesperson declined to comment on the woman’s death when contacted by the Orlando Sentinel, saying the company does not discuss pending claims. The Daily Mail has contacted the company. 

This marks the second death linked to the attraction since it opened in 2004. 

That September, 39‑year‑old Jose Valadez died after falling roughly four feet from the loading platform onto the track while boarding. 

He died the following day from complications of blunt‑force trauma, which were later found to have been worsened by pre‑existing health conditions. His death was ruled accidental.

The coaster underwent a major refurbishment in 2022, remaining closed from January through late August. Upgrades included new 4K projection mapping, modernized ride‑control technology and fully refurbished animatronics, according to Universal.

The attraction has now been linked to two deaths since opening in 2004, including a fatal loading-platform fall during its debut year

The attraction has now been linked to two deaths since opening in 2004, including a fatal loading-platform fall during its debut year

Revenge of the Mummy features animatronic characters, flame bursts and surprise stops designed to disorient riders

Revenge of the Mummy features animatronic characters, flame bursts and surprise stops designed to disorient riders

Despite hosting millions of riders over two decades, state records show roughly two dozen medical incidents associated with the attraction since its debut. 

Most involved non‑fatal issues such as nausea, dizziness, seizures, knee injuries and, in one case, a fractured vertebra.

The new death comes as Universal faces broader scrutiny over ride safety. 

In December 2025, five lawsuits were filed alleging guests suffered ‘severe and permanent injuries’ on the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Epic Universe, the resort’s newest theme park.

Those lawsuits followed the death of 34‑year‑old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who became unresponsive on Stardust Racers and later died. 

An autopsy found he suffered multiple blunt‑impact injuries, and the medical examiner ruled his death accidental. His family has since reached a settlement with Universal.

Both Universal and the ride’s manufacturer, Mack Rides, have declined to comment on the pending litigation.