Daveigh Chase, the child actress who voiced Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and played Samara Morgan in The Ring, died at 35 years old. Her father, John Schwallier, said Chase died Tuesday at a hospital in Los Angeles. She died from complications of bacterial meningitis and a blood infection and was also suffering from severe malnutrition. At the time of her death, Chase was homeless and living in Los Angeles near the hospital where she passed away, according to this nbcnews article. News of her death has saddened many fans who grew up watching her movies and television shows.

Daveigh Chase became famous in 2002 when she voiced Lilo Pelekai in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch. The film follows a young Hawaiian girl who befriends an alien named Stitch and became one of Disney’s most beloved animated movies. Chase later returned to voice the character in Lilo & Stitch: The Series, helping make Lilo one of the most recognizable animated characters of the early 2000s. Her performance brought warmth, humor, and heart to the character, making Lilo a fan favorite for generations of viewers.

That same year, Chase showed her versatility by portraying Samara Morgan in The Ring. Her chilling performance helped make the film one of the most successful horror movies of the decade and introduced audiences to one of horror’s most memorable villains. Although she faced personal struggles later in life, Chase will be remembered for the memorable characters she brought to life and the impact she had on audiences around the world. Fans across social media have shared tributes and memories of growing up watching Lilo & Stitch and The Ring, according to CNN instagram post.

We at mxdwn send out our condolences to the family.