Former British child star dies on family estate in LA fires after ‘water shut off’

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Rory Callum Sykes, a former child actor known for Kiddy Kapers, died in the recent California wildfires at the age of 32. His mother announced his death on social media, expressing heartbreak over the loss. Sykes, who had overcome significant health challenges, was living in Malibu when the fires broke out. The wildfires have claimed at least 11 lives, with the toll expected to rise, marking one of the most destructive fire events in California's history.

Keywords: Rory Sykes, California wildfires, child actor

Source: The Independent

Update At: 1/12/2025

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