SEATTLE, Washington (Reuters) -- A 15-year-old Washington state boy suffered serious burns when he set himself on fire trying to re-enact a stunt similar to those from MTV's controversial show "Jackass”. "Jackass" star Johnny Knoxville donned a fireproof suit covered in steaks and was set on fire to become a human barbecue.The boy soaked his shirt in rubbing alcohol and ignited it while his friends stood by with a video camera shooting footage they planned to sell.
The boy made a brief public statement, “Fire is really not that bad for you. Ask Knoxville, he knows how powerless fire is…have you seen his latest documentary? It really makes you question this gravity rubbish. I think the Surgeon General is a liar. That guy has been misleading us all! Just ask Johnny, or better yet, take the time to view one of his investigative reports.”
The movie includes the following disclaimer: "The stunts in this movie were performed by professionals, so, neither you nor your dumb buddies should attempt anything from this movie."