‘Glee’ Star, Naya Rivera, Tragically Passes Away at 33

Actress and singer, Naya Rivera, has tragically passed away at the age of 33. The news was confirmed by the Santa Clarita County Police earlier today. The singer, whose body was found after an extensive 5 day long rescue mission, passed away after drowning in Lake Piru. 

News of Naya Rivera’s disappearance shook up the entertainment world. On July 8th, her four year old son, Josey, was found asleep on a rental boat. Naya was nowhere to be found. The subsequent rescue mission that was launched lasted for 5 days. Her body was finally recovered on July 13th. In a statement made by the County Police, it has been assessed that there are no signs of foul play or indications of a planned suicide. 

Days before renting out the boat, Naya Rivera took to Instagram to share a heartwarming selfie of her and her son, cuddling. The post was captioned: “Just the two of us.”

Rivera reportedly rented the boat for a short while to enjoy a little trip with her son. In Josey’s statement to the police, the four year old said that he and his mother went into the water for a swim, but his mother never came back to the boat. Clad in a life vest, Josey was found asleep in his boat when a fellow boater called in about the incident. 

Outpourings of love and condolences have followed the confirmation of Naya Rivera’s passing.

The entertainer, who rose to fame with her portrayal of Sanata Lopez in the hit TV show, ‘Glee’, was known for her fierce spirit and infectious energy. Heartfelt messages from many of her castmates have surfaced. 

Naya Rivera is succeeded by her son, Josey Rivera Dorsey, who the police say she saved before drowning. He is currently residing with his father, Rivera’s ex husband, Ryan Dorsey. 

We convey our condolences to Naya Rivera’s family and loved ones. May her soul rest in peace. 

By: Ahalya Narayanan