Daveigh Chase's Final Wish Was Shared Hours Before Her Death
A day before her death, a GoFundMe campaign launched on behalf of former child actress Daveigh Chase shared heartbreaking details about her final days.
Chase, best known for voicing Lilo in Disney's Lilo & Stitch franchise and appearing in The Ring, died on June 16 at age 35 from meningitis and a blood infection, according to the fundraiser created by her boyfriend.
In the campaign, he revealed that Chase had recently been diagnosed with meningitis and multiple blood infections after finally agreeing to seek medical care following significant weight loss.
Describing her as someone who "has always been strong and independent," he explained that she was reluctant to go to the hospital, but doctors ultimately determined the seriousness of her condition.
The fundraiser also shared the devastating prognosis the couple received.
"The doctors told me the medicine isn't working, and that she is passing away," he wrote. "Despite everything, Daveigh wants to spend her remaining time with me, comfortable and together, rather than in a hospital."
Rather than focusing on additional medical treatment, the campaign said the couple hoped to spend Chase's remaining time together in a comfortable setting surrounded by love and support.
"We had so many plans together, like visiting Redwood National Park," he wrote. "But now our focus is on making her last days as peaceful and happy as possible."
The fundraiser sought donations to help provide a place where the couple could be together during what it described as Chase's final days.
"I want to make sure she feels safe and cared for, and that we can create some beautiful memories together, even in these difficult circumstances," the campaign stated.
In another emotional passage, Chase's boyfriend acknowledged how difficult it was to ask for help.
"Honestly, I don't like asking for help," he wrote. "I'm reaching out to see if you can help make her last times with me comfortable and happy."
He also reflected on the impact Chase had on fans over the years, writing that she "has brought joy to so many," particularly through her work as Lilo.
At publication, two donations have been made toward the $5,500 goal.
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This story was originally published June 17, 2026 at 1:59 PM.