Rory Sykes, former child star, dead at 32 from California fires

Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire death toll reached 16 Sunday, according to the Los Angeles County coroner’s office

Former child actor Rory Callum Sykes died Wednesday, Jan. 8, a victim of the Palisades Fire, according to his mother, Shelley Sykes. He was 32.

Rory, an Australian actor who was born blind and with cerebral palsy, starred on the British television show “Kiddy Kapers.” In addition to his work in front of the camera, Rory also served as a motivational speaker and helped form the Happy Charity organization with his mom.

Sykes attempted to evacuate their Malibu home when the Palisades Fire ignited, only to have difficulty retrieving emergency services due to limited resources, including power.