Naya Rivera's 11-year-old son, Josey, makes acting debut 6 years after mom's tragic death
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Key Points:
- Naya Rivera’s 11-year-old son, Josey Dorsey, is making his acting debut alongside his father, Ryan Dorsey, in the upcoming film "The Burning Valley," directed by Evan Coury.
- Filming began in Pennsylvania, with scenes set around the Allegheny River; the movie explores the emotional impact of deindustrialization through the story of a steelworker losing his job.
- Josey’s debut comes six years after Rivera’s tragic drowning in 2020, when she saved him during the accident but did not survive.
- Beyond acting, Josey honors his mother’s memory by taking piano lessons, a connection shared with his father, and tending to a garden named “Mommy’s Garden” at their West Virginia home.
- Ryan Dorsey has expressed pride in Josey’s growth and dedication, emphasizing the importance of keeping Rivera’s legacy alive through their shared activities and memories.
