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An acclaimed pastry chef was killed by a boulder during a picturesque hike on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, officials said.
Gianna Buzzetta, a California native aged 26, experienced a tragic incident on March 23 when she was struck by a falling boulder while hiking at Makaleha Falls in Kauai alongside her boyfriend, Connor Quinton, as reported by the Kauai Fire Department.
“They heard a really loud noise. [Quinton] looked up, but couldn’t figure out where the noise was coming from,” her dad, Sal Buzzettta, told 10News.
“Within a second, it happened … The rock dislodged from quite a ways up … then it landed on her,” he said.
“She played a crucial role in our team. Extremely creative, very talented, and exceptionally diligent,” stated her manager, John Resnick, in an interview with Fox 5 San Diego. “Modest, self-assured—she embodied everything we desire in our colleagues. On a professional level, she was remarkable… Our entire team cherished the opportunity to work with her.”
Gianna Buzzetta’s supervisor, John Resnick, remarked on how her dedication and abilities significantly contributed to the team’s achievements. (John Resnick/Instagram)
In a post on their Instagram page, Jeune et Jolie announced that it is raising funds for Buzzetta’s family by providing a special dinner service.
“Gianna was our former Pastry Chef, and our friend. She brought such joy, intensity, passion and love to this restaurant and to our team,” the restaurant’s team wrote. “Her sudden loss leaves all of us heartbroken, and searching for ways to be of help to her family.”
“And so, we are doing the one thing we know how to do. We are coming together as a restaurant, and welcoming guests in to celebrate the relationships that give our lives meaning,” they said.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Jeune et Jolie for comment.
