Sydney’s theatre world is in mourning after the tragic death of a much-loved production runner.
Ryan Cuskelly, 30, passed away on Saturday morning after a battle with a ‘severe and highly aggressive immune deficiency disorder and virus’.
He held dozens of roles across a decade-long career in theatre, including working as a prop assistant, stagehand, usher and wardrobe assistant, and in TV, where he worked on shows such as The Bachelorette and Big Brother.
His most recent job was as a production runner for Amazon MGM Studios, working on their upcoming crime thriller film, Play Dirty, which stars Mark Wahlberg and was shot around Sydney Harbour.
Mr Cuskelly’s colleagues on the film praised his ‘remarkable spirit, generosity, and that infectious smile no one will ever forget’.
Ryan Cuskelly, 30, passed away on Saturday morning after a battle with a ‘severe and highly aggressive immune deficiency disorder and virus’
Mr Cuskelly’s partner shared news of his death on Saturday, revealing he ‘fought so hard until the end’
‘His warmth, kindness, and sense of humour made him a joy to work with, and his absence will be deeply felt by all,’ a statement from his colleagues said.
A GoFundMe page, to raise money for his memorial and his family, has so far raised almost $40,000.
Mr Cuskelly’s partner shared news of his death on Saturday, revealing he ‘fought so hard until the end’.
‘In typical Ryan fashion, he was stubborn and outlived the doctors predictions,’ she wrote.
Mr Cuskelly’s most recent job was as a production runner for Amazon MGM Studios, working on their upcoming crime thriller film, Play Dirty, which stars Mark Wahlberg (pictured in Sydney) and was shot around Sydney Harbour
‘I could not be more proud of him.’
She added: ‘Anyone who knew Ryan knew he was so beautiful, sweet and generous. Traits we can all aspire to be more like.’
His funeral will be held on Monday June 10 in Sydney.
