Daye Chase, who played Samara Morgan in the U.S. version of "The Ring," died at age 35 from complications related to AIDS
Actor Davey Chase, who played Samara Morgan in the movie *The Ring*, has died at the age of 35; the cause of death has been identified as AIDS. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office confirmed that the cause of death was acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), with chronic use of multiple medications cited as a contributing factor.
Davey Chase rose to fame in 2002 voicing Lilo in the animated film *Lilo & Stitch*, and left a strong impression in the American adaptation of *The Ring*, winning the MTV Movie Award for Best Villain. He subsequently remained active, including a role in the U.S. dubbed version of “Spirited Away.”
After retiring from acting in 2016, he reportedly lived on the streets in Los Angeles, estranged from his family. The deceased passed away on the 16th while suffering from sepsis and meningitis.
The Legacy of Daveigh Chase
Daveigh Chase gained early recognition as a voice actor for Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' and the U.S. dub of 'Spirited Away.' She later earned critical acclaim, including an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain, for her iconic portrayal of Samara Morgan in the 2002 film 'The Ring.'
Passing of Daveigh Chase
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that 35-year-old actor Daveigh Chase passed away due to complications from AIDS, with chronic polypharmacy listed as a contributing factor. Prior to her death, reports indicated that Chase had been experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles following her departure from the entertainment industry in 2016.