Stranger Things star Cary Elwes was recently treated for a rattlesnake bite at a California hospital, according to Sky News.

The actor, who previously played Westley in the 1987 classic The Princess Bride, rushed to social media to praise emergency workers for their assistance and to share a photo of his finger, which was swelled black and blue from the bit.

Elwes shared: “Bit not by a ROUS but a rattlesnake. Grateful to the staff of Malibu Urgent Care, LA County Fire Dept and the staff and medical professionals at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center for their great care.”

The actor went on to state: “Am recovering well thanks to all these wonderful folks.”

Elwes’ Stranger Things co-star Randy Havens responded to his social media post, saying: “Oh my gosh Cary! Please feel better! Sending healing thoughts your way.”

According to reports, 59-year-old Elwes, who was also seen in Saw and The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, was bitten by the snake while working in his yard.