Josey Hollis Dorsey gained attention as the son of the late actress Naya Rivera and actor Ryan Dorsey.
His life tragically came into the spotlight in July 2020 when his mother, Naya Rivera, drowned while taking a boat trip on Lake Piru in California.
Just four years old at the time, Josie was found alone on the boat and his story has been linked to the loss of his mother ever since.
Despite her young age, Josie has already followed in her parents’ acting footsteps and made her stage debut.
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- Full name: Josie Hollis Dorsey
- Date of birth: September 17, 2015
- Age: 9 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Naya Rivera (mother), Ryan Dorsey (father)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Mixed (Afro-Latino, Puerto Rican, African American, and German)
- Net worth: $2,000
early life and education
Josey Hollis Dorsey was born on September 17, 2015 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He is nine years old now. His mother, Naya Rivera, is a successful actress known for her role on the hit TV series Glee, while his father, Ryan Dorsey Ryan Dorsey has appeared in TV series such as “Ray Donovan” and “Justified.”
Josie spent her first few years in Los Angeles, living with her parents until their divorce in 2018. After her mother’s untimely death in 2020, Josie’s father took over full custody and they moved to West Virginia to be closer to family.
personal life
After the death of her mother, Josie Dorsey had to live her life in the public eye. After Rivera’s death, his father, Ryan Dorsey, took on full-time parental responsibilities. The family also includes Rivera’s sister, Nickayla Rivera, who moved in with Ryan and Josie to help care for him.
The arrangement sparked romance rumors between Ryan and Nikella, but both parties clarified that their focus was solely on Josie’s happiness. As a young child, Josie focused on his studies and his budding interest in acting.
His father often shares moments from their lives on social media, highlighting the challenges and joys of raising a child who has experienced such a profound loss. Although Josie was young, he grew up with a supportive family that ensured he got the best upbringing.
Profession
Josie made her acting debut at age 8 in a West Virginia production of “Little Susie,” playing one of the Wickersham brothers. This marked the beginning of his future in acting, following in his parents’ footsteps.
His father, Ryan Dorsey, celebrated his debut in the theater production and shared the news on social media. Although Josie was still young, early exposure to acting suggested that Josie might pursue a career in entertainment as she grew older. He has shown a natural inclination toward acting, like his mother, the star of “Glee.”
net worth
Josey Hollis Dorsey’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $2,000. His family has received a settlement in connection with his mother’s wrongful death lawsuit.
dispute
Following Naya Rivera’s death, there was some public controversy surrounding her family and their actions. One of the key rumors is the relationship between Ryan Dorsey and Naya’s sister, Nikayla Rivera, who moved in with Ryan and Josie to help take care of the little boy.
The arrangement raised eyebrows and fueled public speculation about the nature of their relationship. Many believed the two were already in a relationship, sparking gossip and media attention.
Ryan Dorsey was quick to address the rumors, saying that Nikella was only there to help raise Josie during a difficult time.
He expressed dismay at the public speculation and clarified that he and Nikella were focused on providing stability and care for Josie rather than pursuing a romantic relationship. Despite these clarifications, the rumors persisted for some time.
Another controversy that has arisen involves the creators of “Glee.” Shortly after Naya’s death, they announced plans to start a college fund for Josie. A year later, however, Naya Rivera’s father publicly accused the creators of not delivering on their promises.
This created tension between the Rivera family and Glee’s producers. However, co-founder Ryan Murphy denied the accusations and said they remained committed to setting up the fund.
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