VIDEO/PHOTOS: Fort Pierce resident Demetrius Gollett has defied the odds since he was just 8 years old.
Tragically, in 2013, a fire ripped through Gollett's home. His great-grandparents and family dog died that night, while he was the lone survivor. Gollett was left with severe burns on over 50 percent of his body. Since that harrowing day, Gollett has undergone a remarkable 46 surgeries, with another major one on the horizon this year.
Despite the physical challenges, Gollett's spirit has never been extinguished. This year, he will achieve a major milestone: graduating high school, St. Lucie County Fire District said. The accomplishment was made even sweeter by the fact that Gollett was finally able to wear a suit for his senior prom – the first time due to the extensive surgeries he's endured from head to toe.