A child actor has died in a Los Angeles wildfire, leaving his mother devastated and unable to save him from the flames
Los Angeles: A heartbreaking incident has unfolded in the city as a child actor lost his life in a wildfire. Rory Callum Sykes, just 32, tragically died in a fire at his home. His mother, Shelley, confirmed the devastating news.
Rory was reportedly trapped in a cottage near Malibu when the flames engulfed it. His mother shared her anguish, saying she couldn’t put out the fire because the water was turned off. By the time the fire department arrived, it was too late.
In her desperate attempt to get help, Shelley had to drive a quarter of a mile after being unable to reach 911. Sadly, firefighters later informed her that Rory had died from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Rory was known for hosting the British RTV show Kiddy Kapers back in the 80s. He faced many challenges in life, being blind from birth and diagnosed with cerebral palsy. His mother often spoke about how he overcame so much, including therapies to regain his sight and learn to walk.
After his passing, Shelley took to social media to express her sorrow. She wrote a touching tribute, sharing how heartbroken she was over the loss of her beautiful son. Rory was a British-born Australian living in America, and his birthday was a special day shared with his grandma.
Fans and followers flooded her post with condolences, expressing their sadness and support. Many shared their thoughts, with one user saying it was a traumatic experience for both of them. Another lamented that if the water had been on, things might have turned out differently.
While Rory’s death isn’t part of the official death toll from the LA fires, it’s a stark reminder of the devastation caused. Reports indicate that at least 11 others have lost their lives, and countless homes have been destroyed.
Even celebrities like Paris Hilton have been affected, watching their homes burn on live TV. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have also been seen helping those impacted by the fires, providing support and welfare parcels.
