Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo, Died of AIDS

Daveigh Chase, the voice actress known for her role as Lilo in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" and for her performance in "The Ring," died on June 17 in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Coroner’s Office has officially determined the cause of death to be Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

Chase, who was 35 years old at the time of her passing, also used the name Daveigh Schwallier. Her death was confirmed by the coroner's office, which provided the specific cause. Chase's career began at a young age, and she became widely recognized for her distinctive voice work as Lilo Pelekai in the popular animated film.

Beyond "Lilo & Stitch," Chase had a notable role as the young girl "Samara Morgan" in the 2002 horror film "The Ring." Her other acting credits include "Donnie Darko" and the television series "Big Love." The announcement of her cause of death brings a definitive conclusion to the circumstances surrounding her passing.