Disney Intern Dies After Being Struck by Lightning in Florida
A 20-year-old Michigan man, Matthew Jenkins, has died after being struck by lightning in Osceola County, Florida. Jenkins was on his way to start an internship at Walt Disney World's Disney College Program.
Jenkins' friend and former high school classmate, Blake Jahn, remembered him fondly as 'a good kid and a great son, brother, boyfriend.' He recalled their seven years of friendship since freshman year in Michigan.
'He cared so deeply for everyone around him,' Jahn said. 'When he opened up to you, you knew him more than anybody else, and just such a good kid and a great son, brother, boyfriend to his girlfriend.' He praised Jenkins' kindness, humor, and excitement for the new opportunity.
The Disney company acknowledged Jenkins as part of their community, stating 'He will always be remembered as part of our Disney community.'