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Friends And Fans Mourn The Passing Of Naya Rivera Whose Body Has Been Found

The actress had gone missing while swimming in a lake with her son
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14 Jul 2020, 10:00 AM
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It is a sad day in the world today as the search for Naya Rivera has come to a devastating end.

Five days after the actress was reported missing on a California lake, authorities have confirmed that Naya’s body had been found. 

friends and fans mourn the passing of naya rivera whose body had been foundImage via Los Angeles Times

On 8th July, the Glee actress had gone swimming with her son at Lake Piru – a reservoir located north of Los Angeles, and was then reported missing when her 4-year-old son Josey Dorsey was found alone on the boat they had rented.

Naya’s body was discovered after an extensive search by the Ventura County Sheriff’s department.

“Based on the location where the body was found, physical characteristics of the body, clothing found on the body and the physical condition of the body, as well as the absence of any other persons reported in the area, we are confident the body we found is that of Naya Rivera,” Ventura County Sheriff Bill Ayub said during a press conference.

According to the authorities, Naya and Josey had rented a boat at 1pm and headed toward the northern portion of the lake. After speaking to Josey, authorities were able to conclude that he and Naya had swam in the lake together.

“Her son described being helped into the boat by Naya, who boosted him on to the deck from behind,” the sheriff shared. “He told investigators that he looked back and saw her disappear under the surface of the water.”

“There are a lot of currents on the lake that appear particularly in the afternoon,” he explained. “We believe it was mid-afternoon when she disappeared, the idea perhaps being that the boat started drifting, it was unanchored, and that she mustered enough energy to get her son back onto the boat, but not enough to save herself.”

Authorities also noted that the four-year-old was found wearing a life-vest and wrapped in a towel when an employee at the rental facility discovered the boat after it was past due for return. An adult size life-vest was found still on the boat.

A search-and-rescue operation began at the lake soon after.

friends and fans mourn the passing of naya rivera whose body had been foundImage via E! Online

Speaking to E! News, Capt. Eric Buschow said that Naya’s Glee “cast members and friends gathered for a prayer at the water’s edge just before the body was found.”

In a sad coincidence, Naya’s body was recovered on the same day of Glee’s Cory Monteith’s seventh death anniversary.

As the world reels from the shock of the sad news, friends, family and fans alike have taken to social media to share their love for Naya.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

My Naya, my Snixxx, my Bee. I legitimately can not imagine this world without you. • 7 years ago today, she and I were together in London when we found out about Cory. We were so far away, but I was so thankful that we had each other. A week ago today we were talking about running away to Hawaii. This doesn’t make sense. And I know it probably never will. • She was so independent and strong and the idea of her not being here is something I cannot comprehend. She was the single most quick-witted person I’ve ever met, with a steel-trap memory that could recall the most forgettable conversations from a decade ago verbatim. The amount of times she would memorize all of those crazy monologues on Glee the morning of and would never ever mess up during the scene… I mean, she was clearly more talented than the rest of us. She was the most talented person I’ve ever known. There is nothing she couldn’t do and I’m furious we won’t get to see more. • I’m thankful for all the ways in which she made me a better person. She taught me how to advocate for myself and to speak up for the things and people that were important to me, always. I’m thankful for the times I grew an ab muscle from laughing so hard at something she said. I’m thankful she became like family. I’m thankful that my dad happened to have met her weeks before I did and when I got Glee, he told me to “look out for a girl named Naya because she seemed nice.” Well dad, she was nice and she became one of my favorite people ever. • If you were fortunate enough to have known her, you’ll know that her most natural talent of all was being a mother. The way that she loved her boy, it was truly Naya at her most peaceful. I’m thankful that Naya got that beautiful little boy got back on that boat. I’m thankful he will have a strong family around him to protect him and tell him about his incredible mom. I just hope more than anything that her family is given the space and time to come to terms with this. For having such tiny body, Naya had such a gigantic presence, a void that will now be felt by all of us - those of us who knew her personally and the millions of you who loved her through your TVs. I love you, Bee.

A post shared by Kevin McHale (@kevinmchale) on

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

There are no words and yet so many things I want to say, I don't believe I'll ever be able to articulate exactly what I feel but... Naya, you were a ⚡️ force and everyone who got to be around you knew it and felt the light and joy you exuded when you walked into a room. You shined on stage and screen and radiated with love behind closed doors. I was lucky enough to share so many laughs, martinis and secrets with you. I can not believe I took for granted that you'd always be here. Our friendship went in waves as life happens and we grow, so I will not look back and regret but know I love you and promise to help the legacy of your talent, humor, light and loyalty live on. You are so loved. You deserved the world and we will make sure Josey and your family feel that everyday. I miss you already.

A post shared by Jenna Ushkowitz (@jennaushkowitz) on

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

She was bold. She was outrageous. She was a LOT of fun.⁣ ⁣ Naya made me laugh like no one else on that set. I always said it while we were working together and I’ve maintained it ever since. Her playful, wicked sense of humor never ceased to bring a smile to my face.⁣ ⁣ She played by her own rules and was in a class of her own. She had a brashness about her that I couldn’t help but be enchanted by. I also always loved her voice, and savored every chance I got to hear her sing. I think she had more talent than we would have ever been able to see.⁣ ⁣ I was constantly moved by the degree to which she took care of her family, and how she looked out for her friends. She showed up for me on numerous occasions where she didn’t have to, and I was always so grateful for her friendship then, as I certainly am now.⁣ ⁣ And even as I sit here, struggling to comprehend, gutted beyond description- the very thought of her cracks me up and still brings a smile to my face. That was Naya’s gift. And it's a gift that will never go away. ⁣ ⁣ Rest in peace you wild, hilarious, beautiful angel.

A post shared by Darren Criss (@darrencriss) on

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Naya was insanely talented, breathtakingly gorgeous, and one of the wittiest people I’ve ever met, but the legacy she left behind for me is her kindness. I joined the cast of Glee in the third season and as the newcomer, I was intimidated and terrified. The cast was already such a tight-knit group who had been working incredibly hard together for over three years to make it a hit show and I never expected any of them to have time for me. To my surprise, Naya, one of the most beloved by the rest of the cast (and the entire world), showed me instant warmth and kindness. She invited me to parties and gatherings and was always there to give advice. She was a superstar who had nothing to gain from being kind to the new girl, but she was and that changed this new girl’s entire experience on that show. I will forever be grateful to that beautiful human. My heart goes out to her family and her sweet boy. ❤️

A post shared by Becca Tobin (@becca) on

Our thoughts and love are with Naya’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Naya.

Info via E! Online

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