Daveigh Chase, Voice Of Disney’s Lilo, Dies At 35

Daveigh Chase, the actor best known as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” and for her role in the horror film “The Ring,” has died at 35, according to multiple published reports.

Chase’s death was reported by outlets including Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. The reports identified her as a longtime fan favorite for her work in the 2002 animated hit “Lilo & Stitch,” in which she voiced the spirited Hawaiian girl at the center of the story.

She was also known for appearing in “The Ring,” a film that became a defining mainstream horror title of the early 2000s. In that movie, Chase played a key role tied to the story’s central menace, helping shape a character that left a lasting mark on audiences and the genre.

Chase’s career placed her at the intersection of two durable pop-culture touchstones: a Disney animated classic that continues to draw new viewers and a horror franchise entry that influenced a wave of American remakes and supernatural thrillers. Her performances in both projects remained widely recognized years after their release.

For many viewers who grew up with “Lilo & Stitch,” her voice work was inseparable from the character’s personality and emotional range. The film’s reputation has endured well beyond its original theatrical run, and Chase’s contribution remained a key part of its appeal.

In the horror world, “The Ring” continues to be cited and revisited as a benchmark for atmosphere-driven scares and iconic imagery. Chase’s role in that film became part of a larger cultural memory around early-2000s horror, especially for audiences who encountered the movie at its peak popularity.

Chase’s death at 35 is a notable loss for fans of both films, as well as for those who followed her work across voice acting and live-action roles. Her résumé reflects a rare combination: leading work in a major Disney property and a prominent part in a high-profile horror title.

The reports did not include further details in the provided context beyond the announcement of her death and her age. No additional information was provided here about funeral arrangements, survivors, or a cause of death.

What happens next will depend on official statements from family representatives or the studios and collaborators connected to her most well-known projects. In the coming days, tributes from colleagues and fans are expected to continue as her work is revisited across film and animation audiences.

Chase’s performances—one built on warmth and humor, the other on chilling horror—helped define two very different corners of early-2000s entertainment, and her absence will be felt across both.