Child Star Daveigh Chase Dies at 35

Former child actress Daveigh Chase passed away at the age of 35. Her official cause of death was determined to be acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), complicated by chronic polysubstance use. The death was recorded as natural, occurring in a hospital setting.

Chase was known for her memorable roles in "Lilo & Stitch," "Spirited Away," and "Donnie Darko." Her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, had initiated a GoFundMe campaign, detailing her recent battles with meningitis and blood infections leading to sepsis.

However, Chase's former manager, John Ryan, raised concerns about the GoFundMe, stating that the family and close friends did not know the organizer. Ryan also pointed to a SAG trust account with ample funds for expenses, urging fans to verify the claims before donating.

Hernandez refuted these allegations, asserting the campaign's legitimacy and stating the funds were intended for Chase's memorial. Chase stepped away from the spotlight in her later years, with her last red carpet appearance in 2013 and final social media post in 2017.