Death of Daveigh Chase at 35 Years Old
June 18, 2026
Daveigh Chase, known for her roles as the voice of Lilo in 'Lilo & Stitch' and as Samara in 'The Ring,' passed away at the age of 35. Her death was caused by meningitis and sepsis following severe malnutrition. Her partner revealed that she had been diagnosed with multiple serious blood infections, and her health deteriorated rapidly. Fans expressed their sorrow on social media, reminiscing about her roles. Before her death, a GoFundMe campaign was created to help fund her care.