‘Lilo & Stitch’ Star Daveigh Chase Passes Away at 35

Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo, Passes Away

Daveigh Chase, the talented actress who captured hearts as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and terrified audiences in The Ring, has tragically passed away at the age of 35. Her passing was confirmed by TMZ through her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez.

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According to reports from TMZ, she had initially been admitted to a Los Angeles-area hospital earlier in June due to severe malnutrition. However, in a newly published GoFundMe campaign, her boyfriend shared that she had tragically contracted meningitis and subsequent blood infections. The fundraising page was launched yesterday, June 16, at which time he was hoping to raise funds to support Chase during her final days.

Here’s what the page says:

“Daveigh Chase, my girlfriend, has always been a light in my life. Many people know her as a talented childhood actor from ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Spirited Away,’ and ‘Donnie Darko.’ But behind the scenes, she’s faced more than her share of hardship. After a difficult childhood and a painful falling out with her family, Daveigh was bullied and struggled to find safety and happiness in downtown LA. When we met, I promised to protect her and give her the love and comfort she deserved. Together, we found moments of happiness and hope.

Recently, everything changed. Daveigh was diagnosed with meningitis and several serious blood infections. Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left. All she ever wanted was a place where we could live together, feel safe, and be happy. Now, more than ever, I want to give her that sense of home and peace in her final days.

I understand we all go through things, but if you can help, I will be really grateful for anything. And if you can only give a prayer, I will take that too. Thank you for considering helping us during this difficult time.”

Our hearts go out to her family and friends during this tragic time.

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