Glee star Dean Geyer recalls filming his chilling final scene with Naya Rivera and Cory Monteith

Former Glee star Dean Geyer has revealed he filmed his final scenes for the hit musical series with Naya Rivera and Cory Monteith – both who have since passed away.

Appearing on Today Extra on Wednesday, the actor, 32, explained that his last memories on the show back in 2012 were even more chilling given that Naya’s body was found in Lake Piru on July 13 – exactly seven years after the tragic death.

‘What is crazy is my one of my last two scenes [on Glee] was shot with her [Naya] and Cory, which is nuts because on the anniversary of his death they found her at the lake,’ revealed the LA-based star. 

Dean – who portrayed the role of Brody Weston on the hit musical series in 2012 – spoke fondly of Naya, admitting that he ‘wished he got more time with her.’

‘The rest of the cast were six seasons deep. I can only imagine how close they became because when you are on set with someone for that many years, you almost are closer and see those people more than you do your family and friends.’

Cory – who played the role of jock Finn Hudson on Glee – died of an accidental drug overdose in 2013 at the age of 31.

On Thursday, Dean lavished praise Naya and spoke of his heartbreak over her passing

‘Naya was an unbelievably talented performer who I got the pleasure of working with. The only thing that rivalled her acting abilities was her incredible voice,’ he told Australia’s The Daily Telegraph.

He continued: ‘I am extremely saddened to hear that we have lost someone who had such a positive impact on so many people’s lives through her art. 

‘May the holy spirit comfort her family during this incredibly painful time.’ 

Dean said his favourite memory of Naya was when she performed the song Cold Hearted Snake in front of him. 

Dean portrayed the role of Brody Weston on the hit series in 2012, who was a love interest for actress Lea Michele. 

Dean’s words follow an outpouring of public grief from the Glee cast.  

The Glee star’s body was recovered from the northeast portion of Lake Piru, located 50 miles north of Los Angeles, on Monday after she went missing last week.

Ventura County Sheriff Bill Ayub said there was nothing to indicate any foul play took place or that she died by suicide.

Authorities with Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office on Thursday said Rivera had died due to accidental drowning.  

‘The circumstances and visual characteristics all indicated that the body was that of Naya Rivera and the identity has been confirmed by dental comparison,’ a report states. 

‘The autopsy findings are consistent with a drowning and the condition of the body is consistent with the time that she was submerged.

‘No traumatic injuries or disease processes were identified at autopsy.  

‘There is no indication from the investigation or examination that drugs or alcohol played a role in the decedent’s death, but specimens will be submitted for toxicology testing,’ it added.

The date of pronouncement was listed as Monday, July 13. 

Naya’s family has released a statement in the wake of authorities recovering her body from California’s Lake Piru Monday.

‘We are so grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers for Naya, Josey and our family over the past week,’ the family said. 

‘While we grieve the loss of our beautiful legend, we are blessed to honor her everlasting legacy and magnetic spirit.’ 

They finished: ‘Naya was an amazing talent, but was an even greater person, mother, daughter and sister.’ 

The family was grateful to authorities for their exhaustive search of the area for the better part of a week in their search for the actress. 

‘Heaven gained our sassy angel. We kindly request that our privacy be respected during this very difficult time.’