Fan-favorite Disney voice actor dies at 35
“Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left.”
Mason Reed 
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of a talented performer. Daveigh Chase, the actress best known for her iconic voice role as Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and her chilling performance as Samara Morgan in The Ring, has died at age 35. Her death on Tuesday was the result of complications related to meningitis.
A Tragic Loss
Roy Hernandez, Chase’s boyfriend, confirmed her passing to TMZ. According to Hernandez, the actress suffered from a blood infection that led to septic complications and eventually caused her body to shut down.
Earlier in the week, Hernandez had established a GoFundMe page to assist with her battle against the illness. In a heartbreaking update shared via Deadline, Hernandez noted that doctors had indicated her condition was critical, stating, “Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left.”
A Career Remembered
Chase first broke into the public consciousness at just 10 years old, appearing as Samantha Darko, the younger sister of Jake Gyllenhaal’s character, in the 2001 cult classic Donnie Darko. She continued to showcase her versatility as a voice actress, providing the voice for Chihiro in the English-language dub of the critically acclaimed Hayao Miyazaki film Spirited Away.
Her career reached new heights in 2002. Not only did she capture hearts as the voice of Lilo, but she also terrified audiences as the primary antagonist in the horror blockbuster The Ring. That specific performance earned her significant industry recognition, including a Best Villain trophy at the MTV Movie Awards.
As of now, no information regarding memorials or funeral services has been released. While Deadline has reported that it has not yet independently confirmed the death, 205focus.com will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
