Skye McCole Bartusiak was an American actress best known for her roles in The Patriot, Don’t Say a Word, and 24. Born on September 28, 1992, in Houston, Texas, she became a recognized child actress and model in her early years.
Personal and Family Life
Skye was the daughter of Helen McCole Bartusiak and Raymond Donald Bartusiak, and she had a brother named Stephen Dylan Bartusiak. She enjoyed making her own purses, which she often brought to movie premieres and events. Throughout her life, she was known to be healthy and did not engage in substance use.
Career Highlights
Skye McCole Bartusiak gained fame as a talented young actress, starring in several notable films and television shows. Some of her memorable performances include her role as Susan in The Patriot and Jessie Conrad in Don’t Say a Word. She appeared in both film and television, showcasing her versatile acting skills.
Death and Legacy
On July 19, 2014, Skye was found dead in her apartment located behind her parents’ house in Houston. Her death was ruled an accidental drug overdose, caused by the combined effects of various substances. Despite previous health issues, including epileptic seizures, her mother insisted that Skye did not use drugs and was in good health prior to her death.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Patriot | 2000-06-28 | Susan Martin |
| Don’t Say a Word | 2001-09-28 | Jessie Conrad |
| Boogeyman | 2005-02-04 | Franny Roberts |
| Kill Your Darlings | 2006-04-12 | Sunshine |
| Good Day for It | 2011-04-08 | Rachel |
| Love Comes Softly | 2003-04-13 | Missie Davis |
| Witness Protection | 1999-12-11 | Suzie Batton |
| Sick Boy | 2011-12-21 | Lucy |
| A Fix | 2008-12-30 | Natalie Coleman |
| The Vest | 2003-03-08 | Sara |
| Wild About Harry | 2009-07-11 | Daisy Goodhart |
| Beyond the Prairie, Part 2: The True Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder Continues | 2002-03-17 | Rose Wilder |
| Riding in Cars with Boys | 2001-10-19 | Amelia (Age 8) |
| The Prophet’s Game | 2000-06-06 | Adele Highsmith (child) |
| Pineapple | 2006-05-21 | Alex |
| Love’s Abiding Joy | 2006-10-06 | Young Missy (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| Against the Ropes | 2004-02-20 | Little Jackie |
| The Cider House Rules | 1999-12-17 | Hazel |
| The Darkling | 2000-08-15 | Casey Obold |
| House | 2004-11-16 | Mary Carroll |
| Providence | 1999-01-08 | Jessie |
| Judging Amy | 1999-09-19 | Marcy Noble |
| Touched by an Angel | 1994-09-21 | Sarah McGregor |
| George Lopez | 2002-03-27 | |
| Lost | 2004-09-22 | Kate Austen |
| Close to Home | 2005-09-20 | |
| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 2000-10-06 | Susan Lester |
| 24 | 2001-11-06 | Megan Matheson |
| Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | 1999-09-20 | Jennifer |
| JAG | 1995-09-23 | Rachel Sherkston |
| Frasier | 1993-09-16 | Girl with Drawing |
| Blonde | 2001-05-13 | Young Norma Jeane |
| Firestarter: Rekindled | 2002-03-10 | Young Charlie McGee |
| Storm of the Century | 1999-02-14 | Pippa Hatcher (as Skye McCole) |