Here is all to need to know about Cody Dorman and what was the reason for the horse racing fan’s death at age 17 along with his family and father details
One day after Cody’s Wish won the Breeders’ Cup, Cody Dorman, the one who gave the thoroughbred its name, passed away on Sunday at just 17, a report told in The New York Times.
Who is Cody Dorman as Breeders Cup horse racing fan dies, cause of death, disease, age, bio, family, father
The family came to Southern California, as reported by the Los Angeles Times, to celebrate Dorman’s eighteenth birthday one month early and to watch Cody’s Wish compete in the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile at Santa Anita Park. His death was announced by his parents. They said in a statement reported by Blood Horse outlet:
We are heartbroken to share the news that our beloved Cody suffered a medical event on our trip home to Kentucky and he has passed away.
Further was stated:
On Saturday, Cody watched his best friend, Cody’s Wish, display his usual perseverance and toughness in winning a second Breeders’ Cup.”
NEWS: Statement in Memory of Cody Dorman
The entire Breeders’ Cup team is devastated by the news of Cody Dorman’s passing yesterday. His story captured our hearts and minds, and his strength, spirit, and determination were fittingly embodied by his namesake’s commanding… pic.twitter.com/T0CReuPhrL
— Breeders' Cup (@BreedersCup) November 6, 2023
According to The New York Times, in October 2018, Cody went to Godolphin’s Gainesborough Farm in Versailles, Kentucky, to meet a horse through the Make-a-Wish Foundation. As per his parents, Cody had a very good bond with the horse. Gainesborough manager Mary Bourne, who had maintained contact with the Dorman family, proposed naming the colt Cody’s Wish in 2019.
Who were Cody Dorman’s parents and siblings?
Cody Dorman was a child of Kelly and Leslie, the parents who announced their child’s death, unfortunately.
What was Cody Dorman’s death cause?
Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome is an uncommon hereditary illness that can render a person mute or incapable of walking. The Los Angeles Times stated that the boy was not anticipated to live past the age of two. He suffered seizures regularly.
As Cody was returning to Kentucky after witnessing his horse win the championship, he developed a physical condition that finally claimed his life.
As to the Cleveland Clinic, the ailment is hereditary and impacts not only the heart and brain but also other body organs. It could cause seizures as the boy frequently felt.