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"Daveigh Chase, the former child star known for her role as Lilo in Disney’s ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ died June 16 at 35 from acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and chronic polysubstance use, according to Los Angeles medical examiner records exclusively obtained by Us Weekly. Her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, confirmed she had battled meningitis and sepsis in the days before her death, while her former manager disputed the legitimacy of a GoFundMe campaign he claimed was unauthorized. The actress, who also starred in ‘The Ring,’ left a complex legacy.
Cause of Death Confirmed
The Los Angeles medical examiner’s records, obtained by Us Weekly, list AIDS as the primary cause of Daveigh Chase’s death, with chronic polysubstance use as a secondary factor. The manner of death was ruled natural. Chase, who was 35, had been hospitalized in Los Angeles after being diagnosed with meningitis and severe blood infections that led to sepsis, a life-threatening immune reaction, according to her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez. “She may not have much time left,” Hernandez told TMZ, describing her condition as “critical” in the days before her death on June 16.
Controversy Over GoFundMe Campaign
Hernandez launched a GoFundMe campaign days before Chase’s death, describing her as “a light in my life” and detailing her “difficult childhood and a painful falling out with her family.” The fundraiser, which sought to “give her that sense of home and peace in her final days,” drew scrutiny from Chase’s former manager, John Ryan, who questioned the validity of the campaign. Ryan told TMZ that Chase’s SAG trust account had “more than enough funds to cover all medical and related expenses,” urging fans to avoid donating until the fundraiser’s legitimacy was verified.
Career and Cultural Impact
Chase gained fame as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, and the haunting Samara in The Ring. Chase also appeared in Spirited Away and Donnie Darko.
What Comes Next?
The case raises questions about the intersection of public health, celebrity, and media coverage. While the GoFundMe controversy remains unresolved, her career serves as a reminder of the complexities of fame. As the story of Daveigh Chase unfolds, it remains a poignant example of how personal tragedy can intersect with public discourse, leaving a legacy that extends beyond the screen.
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