- The Washington Times - Wednesday, November 11, 2026

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death of “Lilo and Stitch” voice actress Daveigh Chase in June.

The medical examiner this week said Chase, 35, died from “advanced HIV/AIDS” with chronic polysubstance abuse as an added condition. Methamphetamine and fentanyl were also found in her system.

The medical examiner’s report says Chase had a history of untreated HIV/AIDS and drug use. 

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Chase was admitted to Los Angeles General Medical Center in June after being found in the back of a vehicle with a meth pipe. She died in the hospital 12 days later. 

Chase is best known for her animated feature film roles as Lilo in 2002’s “Lilo and Stitch” and Chihiro in 2001’s “Spirited Away.”

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