Davey Chasea former child actress best known for her roles in Lilo and Stitch, The ring and Donnie DarkoHe died on June 16, 2026 at the age of 35. According to reports, Chase suffered complications from meningitis and severe blood infections that led to sepsis and organ failure. In the days following her death, new details emerged about the challenges she faced in recent years, including her struggles with addiction, homelessness, and being estranged from family members.
In an interview with Daily MailChase’s mother, Kathy ChaseShe recalled that she learned of her daughter’s death through media reports. “I actually thought it was fake news when I first saw it,” Cathy said. “But suddenly, all these different legitimate sites had her name on them, and I realized it wasn’t fake.” Kathy also revealed that she hasn’t seen Davy since 2019.
Learn more about Chase Health below.
How did Davey Chase die?
Chase died on June 16, 2026, after suffering severe complications from meningitis. According to reports, the actress developed sepsis and organ failure after suffering from multiple infections.
She was hospitalized in the weeks before her death due to her deteriorating condition.
How old was Davy Chase when she died?
Chase was 35 years old when she died on June 16, 2026.
Born on July 24, 1990, the actress began her career as a child star and became widely known by voicing Lilo in the Disney film. Lilo and Stitchportrayed by Samara Morgan in The ringAnd appear in Donnie Darko.
What is meningitis?
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This condition can be caused by a bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infection, although some cases may also be caused by injuries, medications, or certain medical conditions.
The CDC notes that common symptoms include fever, headache, and neck stiffness, along with nausea, vomiting, confusion, and sensitivity to light. Symptoms can develop rapidly and may become life-threatening without immediate medical care.
What other infections did Davey Chase get?
The exact blood injuries Chase suffered have not been publicly disclosed. However, her boyfriend, Roy Hernandezclaimed in a GoFundMe fundraiser that the actress contracted meningitis along with “several serious blood infections,” and that her condition eventually became “critical.”
Talk to Daily MailKathy claimed Davie battled addiction after she prescribed him painkillers following a motorcycle accident a decade ago. According to her mother, the actress later began “looking for drugs” and “partying with the wrong people,” and also experienced periods of homelessness.
