00:00In 2020, the world lost one of the stars of Glee, Naya Rivera, after a tragic boating accident in California.
00:07A day that was meant for fun turned into heartbreak when she went missing at Lake Peru, leaving her son, Josie, alone on the boat.
00:14This week, five years on from her death, Josie's dad, Ryan Dorsey, speaks to us about how Josie is doing.
00:21In the quiet town of Charleston, West Virginia, Josie is discovering his passion for music, following in the footsteps of his late mother.
00:28At just nine years old, Josie's journey began with a simple piano, where he transitioned from single finger notes to harmonizing melodies with both hands.
00:36His father is very proud and told us,
00:38He told me, Dad, I think I might want to be a musician. My mum is a singer, so why not me?
00:43Ryan recalls the aftermath of the tragedy as a blur, filled with anxiety and grief.
00:48When he woke up, he said, Dad, what are you doing here? Ryan told us.
00:52Those words haunted him, as they both faced an unimaginable loss.
00:57Despite the sorrow, Ryan chose to build a new life with Josie, moving back to his roots in West Virginia.
01:03Together, they found joy in everyday activities, basketball camps, piano lessons and family calls with Naya's relatives.
01:09As Josie approaches his 10th birthday, plans are underway for a celebration filled with laughter and memories, honoring his mother's love.
01:18Ryan dreams of a future where Josie thrives, carrying Naya's legacy forward.
01:22Josie is going to be her legacy. I think he's going to do great things.
01:25Their story is one of resilience, a testament of love, memory and an enduring bond between a father and a son.
