Key Takeaways

  • Daveigh Chase had an estate valued at $400,000.
  • She was living on the streets of Los Angeles at the time of her death.
  • Her mother is seeking to manage her estate.
  • Chase’s cause of death was linked to AIDS and substance use.

Background on Daveigh Chase

Daveigh Chase, the actress known for her roles in the 2002 film “The Ring” and as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch,” passed away last month at the age of 35. Despite having a reported $400,000 in personal property, she was living on the streets of Downtown Los Angeles at the time of her death.

Estate Management

Chase’s mother, Cathy Chase, has filed court documents requesting to be appointed as the administrator of her daughter’s estate. According to these documents, Cathy believes that Daveigh’s father, John Schwallier, resides in the Philippines and has properties in Las Vegas, but his exact whereabouts are unknown.

Cause of Death

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s report lists the primary cause of Daveigh’s death as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), with chronic polysubstance use also noted. This condition refers to the use of multiple drugs over a short period.

Final Days and Support

Chase did not have any children and was never married. However, her alleged boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, initiated a GoFundMe campaign aimed at providing her comfort in her final days. In the campaign, he described her as a bright light in his life and shared her struggles with bullying and family issues.

Controversy Surrounding Fundraising

Despite the campaign’s popularity, Chase’s former manager, John Ryan, advised fans against donating, claiming that he had not heard of Hernandez before. Ryan stated that Chase had a trust account set up to cover her expenses and mentioned that she had “millions” in unclaimed residual checks at the time of her passing.

Final Sightings

In a troubling video released last month, Chase appeared frail and disoriented on the streets of Los Angeles. Ryan revealed that he and her stepsister had sought help from a private investigator to locate her, but their efforts were unsuccessful.

Ryan expressed his sorrow over her passing, stating that her legacy would endure through her work in Hollywood.