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Daveigh Chase, Actress Known for ‘The Ring’ and Voice of Lilo in ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Reported Dead at 35
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Daveigh Chase, Actress Known for ‘The Ring’ and Voice of Lilo in ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Reported Dead at 35

A Fox News report says Daveigh Chase died at age 35 from complications of bacterial meningitis, citing a statement attributed to her father.

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Daveigh Chase, an actress known for starring in the horror film The Ring and for voicing Lilo in the animated feature Lilo & Stitch, has died at age 35, according to a report by Fox News published June 18, 2026.

The report says Chase died from complications related to bacterial meningitis. Fox News attributed the information to her father, who was reported to have shared the cause of death.

Chase’s public profile in family entertainment also includes her work as the original voice of Lilo, one of the best-known characters from Lilo & Stitch. The role placed her in a franchise that has continued to reach new audiences through subsequent releases, merchandise, and ongoing home-viewing and streaming availability.

In The Ring, Chase appeared as one of the faces associated with the film’s suspense-driven story, which has remained prominent in popular culture long after its release. Her involvement in a title that has been widely rewatched by mainstream audiences helped cement her visibility beyond voice work.

The Fox News report does not detail the timeline of the illness or describe whether the complications followed a recent diagnosis, an extended medical episode, or the circumstances leading up to her death. It also does not specify the location of death or whether a formal statement has been released by a family representative, publicist, or official record custodian.

As of publication of the report, no independent confirmation from a studio, medical facility, or representative was included in the Fox News item. Funeral arrangements and memorial details were not specified in the information provided in that report.

For viewers and families who followed Chase’s work through both live-action horror and animation, the developments highlight how quickly a public figure’s absence can ripple through entertainment communities. The next publicly expected steps are additional statements from family representatives or official channels, should they be released, along with any updates to ongoing promotional materials tied to her recorded performances.

Why It Matters

  • Chase’s death affects audiences and creative stakeholders tied to two widely recognized titles, one live-action and one animated franchise.
  • The reported cause of death, bacterial meningitis complications, underscores the seriousness of infections and the importance of accurate, timely public information.
  • Because the report attributes details to family via a father’s account, subsequent confirmation from official representatives or records would be important for clarity.
  • The entertainer’s recorded performances in film and animation may continue to circulate in media libraries and streaming catalogs, keeping audience attention on her work and legacy.

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Key Facts

  • Daveigh Chase, known for The Ring and voicing Lilo in Lilo & Stitch, was reported dead at age 35.
  • A June 18, 2026 Fox News report says Chase died from complications of bacterial meningitis.
  • Fox News attributed the cause of death to a statement reportedly shared by Chase’s father.
  • The report did not include additional medical details such as timing, diagnosis date, or treatment course.
  • The report did not describe funeral arrangements or memorial plans.
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