Daveigh Chase, Lilo & Stitch and The Ring star, dies at 35 from AIDS complications

Actress Daveigh Chase, best known for her roles in Lilo & Stitch and The Ring, has died at the age of 35. Her death occurred on 16 June, with official records listing natural causes. She first rose to fame in 2002 after appearing in both the animated film and the horror classic in the same year. Chase was admitted to a Los Angeles hospital earlier this month due to severe malnutrition. Medical reports later revealed she had been battling meningitis, several serious blood infections, and chronic polysubstance use. Despite these health struggles, her official cause of death was determined to be AIDS.

Before her passing, a GoFundMe fundraiser was created to support her. Her final onscreen role was in the 2016 film American Romance. Earlier in her career, she won an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain for her chilling performance as Samara in The Ring. Daveigh Chase’s death has been classified as natural. She leaves behind a legacy that includes voice work and live-action performances remembered by fans. Her contributions to film and animation marked a significant chapter in early 2000s entertainment.