The heart-wrenching story of Naya Rivera’s tragic drowning incident unveils a touching attempt by her young son to save her.
This is how Josey tried to save his mother
Five years ago, during a boat trip, Glee star Naya Rivera lost her life in a tragic drowning accident with her four-year-old son, Josey. Shockingly, it has been revealed that Josey attempted to rescue his mother despite his tender age.
Following the heartbreaking incident, Naya’s former husband, Ryan Dorsey, disclosed that Josey, now a nine-year-old, often expresses remorse for not being able to save his mother. Ryan shared that Josey repeatedly mentions trying to fetch a life vest and a rope to help Naya. However, a vivid memory of a big spider on the rope left him too frightened to grab it. This lingering feeling of regret weighs heavily on Josey, as he believes he could have done more to prevent the tragedy.
Josey was worried
Ryan further revealed that Josey recalls feeling anxious about the windy conditions on the day of the incident, fearing the possibility of ending up in the water. Despite Naya’s reassurance, the situation took a turn when the boat they were on started drifting away. Unfortunately, the boat lacked essential safety equipment, including an anchor, which ultimately contributed to the devastating outcome. Ryan’s subsequent lawsuit on behalf of Josey against Ventura County highlighted this safety negligence, resulting in a settlement in 2022.
Ryan believes that the unforeseen strong currents were beyond Josey’s control, and even in the face of Josey’s brave efforts, the circumstances were insurmountable. Reflecting on the harrowing experience, Ryan expressed profound gratitude that they did not lose both Naya and Josey that day. The profound impact of the incident continues to resonate, underscoring the enduring bond between Josey and his late mother.
