Rory Sykes, the former Australian child star, has tragically died in the California bushfires at the age of 32.
“It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my beautiful son @Rorysykes due to the Malibu fires yesterday. “I am absolutely heartbroken,” said Rory’s mother, Shelley SykesIt was shared in a message via X On Thursday, January 9th.
Describing Rory as an “amazing son” and “a gift born on my birthday and his grandmother’s birthday,” Shelley reflected on Rory’s life and passions. He is best known for his role in Kiddie capersa popular children’s TV show in England, Rory was also one of the founders of Happy Charity alongside his mother.
Shelley also spoke about the hardships Rory has overcome in his life.
“Rory was born blind with cerebral palsy and had difficulty walking. He overcame many surgeries and treatments to regain his sight and learn to walk. Despite the pain, he was still excited to travel with me around the world from Africa to Antarctica,” she wrote. “South.”
In addition to his acting career, Rory has gained a reputation as an inspirational speaker. Shelley noted that the motivational icon “was after him.” Tony Robbins.
“Rory had his own cabin on the 17-acre Mount Malibu TV Studio, equipped with all the latest Apple gadgets, that burned down yesterday, January 8, 2024, due to the Malibu fires. “I wasn’t able to hose off the ash on his roof because Water has been turned off by @LVMWD Las Virgenes Municipal Water.” “Even the 50 brave firefighters had no water all day! We will miss him incredibly [his] Mama, his pet peacocks Edge and Mickey, and all his online fans around the world!
California wildfires have displaced thousands of people in the Los Angeles area with several different fires burning in locations like Pacific Palisades, Eaton and others. Dry conditions and strong winds enabled the fire to spread at a rapid pace, and authorities had difficulty containing the fire.
Many celebrities have lost their homes in fires, including… Silence of the Lambs star Anthony Hopkins, this is us Actress Mandy MooreReality stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag, Paris Hilton And more.
Paris (43 years old) said that she watched the fire destroy her house live while she was sitting with her family on Wednesday, January 8. Two days later, she shared a video via Instagram That showed her scanning the wreckage.
“I’m standing here in what used to be our home, and the heartbreak is truly indescribable. When I first saw the news, I was in complete shock, and I couldn’t comprehend it. But now, standing here and seeing it with my own eyes, I feel like my heart has been shattered.” To a million pieces Simple life the alum wrote alongside the clip.
Paris described the house as “not just a place to live”, but “where we dreamed, laughed and created the most beautiful memories as a family.” She added that her son Phoenix used his “little hands” to create art that she “will cherish forever,” and “seeing it reduced to ash” was “devastating beyond words.”
“What breaks my heart even more is knowing that this is not just my story. So many people have lost everything. It’s not just the walls and ceilings, it’s the memories that make those houses homes,” Paris added. “It’s the pictures, the memorabilia, the parts that don’t It can be redeemed from our lives.” “However, in this pain, I know I am very lucky. My loved ones, children and pets are safe. This is the most important thing, and I hold on to that gratitude with everything I have.
