Skye McCole Bartusiak

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)