Daveigh Chase brought warmth and stubborn determination to Lilo, the young girl at the heart of Disney’s 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch. That same year, she gave horror audiences a very different performance as Samara Morgan in The Ring. Chase died on June 16 at age 35. This week, a newly released autopsy report provided more detail about her final days. Entertainment Weekly

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released the full report on November 10, according to People, which reviewed it. Chase was admitted to Los Angeles General Medical Center on June 4 with advanced HIV/AIDS and several infections. Her condition declined during her hospitalization. People
The medical examiner listed AIDS as the cause of death and chronic use of multiple substances as a significant condition. The manner of death was classified as natural. TMZ
For many fans, Chase will always be the voice of Lilo, the little girl who insisted Stitch belonged in her family. Our hearts go out to her loved ones. May she rest in peace.

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