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Daveigh Chase leaves roughly $400K estate as probate proceeds
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Daveigh Chase leaves roughly $400K estate as probate proceeds

Former child star Daveigh Chase, known for voicing Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and playing Samara in The Ring, died June 16 at 35 after years of drug addiction and homelessness. Probate filings in Los Angeles show she left about $400,000 in personal property and died without a will; her mother has filed to administer the estate, with a probate hearing set for Aug. 12. The Los Angeles County medical examiner later ruled AIDS as the primary cause of death, with chronic polysubstance use listed as a significant condition, clarifying earlier reports of meningitis.

Ring and Lilo & Stitch Star Daveigh Chase Leaves Six-Figure Estate Amid Struggles
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Ring and Lilo & Stitch Star Daveigh Chase Leaves Six-Figure Estate Amid Struggles

Daveigh Chase, the child star known for The Ring and Lilo & Stitch, died at 35 and reportedly left about $400,000 in personal property; her mother is seeking to be appointed administrator of the estate, while the Los Angeles Medical Examiner lists AIDS and chronic polysubstance use as the cause of death. The report also notes a GoFundMe campaign and claims by a former manager of millions in unclaimed residuals, amid resurgent public interest in the late actress’s life and work.

Melissa Gilbert Criticizes Stage Parents in Wake of Daveigh Chase's Death
entertainment14 days ago

Melissa Gilbert Criticizes Stage Parents in Wake of Daveigh Chase's Death

Actress Melissa Gilbert paid tribute to Daveigh Chase, criticizing careless stage parenting after Chase—voice of Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and star of The Ring—died at 35 from AIDS (with chronic polysubstance use listed as a secondary cause), and urged parents to ensure child stardom is pursued for the right reasons and that kids have a life outside the industry.

Melissa Gilbert Honors Daveigh Chase, Urges Caution for Child-Actor Parents
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Melissa Gilbert Honors Daveigh Chase, Urges Caution for Child-Actor Parents

Actress Melissa Gilbert mourns the death of former child star Daveigh Chase and uses the moment to caution parents about pursuing fame for their kids, stressing strong parenting, regular financial oversight, and maintaining a life outside the industry. Chase, best known for voicing Lilo in Lilo & Stitch, struggled with substance abuse and died this month from AIDS, prompting Gilbert to reflect on the pressures and responsibilities surrounding child acting.

Gilbert Condemns Stage Parenting After Daveigh Chase’s Tragic Death
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Gilbert Condemns Stage Parenting After Daveigh Chase’s Tragic Death

Melissa Gilbert mourns Daveigh Chase’s death and criticizes irresponsible stage parenting, recalling signs of pressure she observed during a past child-acting project and urging parents to keep a child’s life balanced, financially protected, and authentic to their desires. Chase, the voice of Lilo and star of The Ring, died at 35 from AIDS with complications linked to substance use, after years of homelessness and health struggles.

Daveigh Chase: AIDS listed as primary cause of death, manner ruled natural
entertainment15 days ago

Daveigh Chase: AIDS listed as primary cause of death, manner ruled natural

The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office officially ruled Daveigh Chase’s primary cause of death as AIDS, with chronic polysubstance use listed as a significant contributing condition; the manner of death was natural and she died in a hospital at 35. Earlier statements from her father cited meningitis and a blood infection, and the estate dispute over cremation and a GoFundMe page is noted as arrangements proceed.

Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase dies at 35; AIDS listed as cause
entertainment15 days ago

Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase dies at 35; AIDS listed as cause

Former child star Daveigh Chase, known for voicing Lilo and for The Ring, died at 35 on June 16. The Los Angeles County medical examiner ruled AIDS as the cause of death, with chronic polysubstance use listed as a significant condition, though her father has claimed she died of meningitis and a blood infection, underscoring a history of drug struggle and homelessness.

Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase dies at 35 from AIDS; father reacts
entertainment15 days ago

Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase dies at 35 from AIDS; father reacts

Daveigh Chase, the former child actress known for voicing Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and for Spirited Away, died in a Los Angeles hospital on June 16 at 35, with AIDS listed as the cause and chronic polysubstance use noted as another condition. Her father, John Schwallier, told The Post he wasn’t surprised by the AIDS diagnosis, attributing it to years of addiction and homelessness on LA’s Skid Row, and he said he might pursue custody of her cremated remains. Chase had largely stepped away from acting after 2016, with friends and her longtime manager attempting to help her, while her mother Cathy received her remains.

Lilo & Stitch Voice Actress Daveigh Chase Dies at 35, AIDS Cited as Cause
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Lilo & Stitch Voice Actress Daveigh Chase Dies at 35, AIDS Cited as Cause

Daveigh Chase, the actress who voiced Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and appeared in The Ring, died on June 16 at age 35. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled AIDS as the primary cause of death, with chronic polysubstance use listed as a secondary factor; her boyfriend had previously said she battled meningitis and a bloodstream infection before passing, and her father described a life marked by hardship, including homelessness and drug struggles.

Daveigh Chase's Death: Official Report Contradicts AIDS Claim
entertainment15 days ago

Daveigh Chase's Death: Official Report Contradicts AIDS Claim

Daveigh Chase, the actress known for The Ring and Lilo & Stitch, died at 35 on June 16; a Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s report lists natural death with chronic polysubstance use, while her manager has said she died of sepsis after meningitis—countering the AIDS claim in the headline. She began acting as a child, appeared in Spirited Away and Big Love, retired in 2015, and, per her father, had been homeless in LA before her death.

Daveigh Chase’s Death Officially Linked to AIDS and Other Conditions
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Daveigh Chase’s Death Officially Linked to AIDS and Other Conditions

The Los Angeles County medical examiner has officially ruled the cause of death for former child actor Daveigh Chase as AIDS with other significant conditions, with the manner listed as natural after she died in a hospital at 35. Earlier statements from her boyfriend suggested meningitis and septic issues. Chase was known for roles in The Ring and for voicing Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and Samantha Darko in Donnie Darko, later stepping back from acting.