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Daveigh Chase’s ‘devastated’ mom breaks silence on actress’ shock Skid Row death: ‘I am in so much pain’

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled that Daveigh Chase died of AIDS. Chronic polysubstance use was a significant contributing factor, and the death was ruled natural. Her mother attributes the addiction to prescription painkillers following a motorcycle accident and back injury.

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The official cause of death has been released, contradicting earlier reports of meningitis.

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  1. Official Cause of Death Released for Actress Daveigh Chase

    The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled that Daveigh Chase died of AIDS. Chronic polysubstance use was a significant contributing factor, and the death was ruled natural. Her mother attributes the addiction to prescription painkillers following a motorcycle accident and back injury.

    What's confirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died on June 16 at age 35.
    • The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner determined the cause of death was AIDS.
    • Chronic polysubstance use was a significant contributing factor to her death.
    • The death was ruled to be from natural causes.
    • Cathy Chase stated her daughter became addicted to prescription painkillers after a motorcycle accident and back injury.
    • Daveigh Chase experienced homelessness and addiction before her death.
    • Chase was known for her roles in Lilo & Stitch and The Ring.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died from meningitis and a blood infection.
    • Chase was admitted to a Los Angeles hospital for malnutrition earlier in June.
    • John Schwallier is fighting Cathy Chase for possession of Daveigh's ashes.
    confidence 90%

  2. Cathy Chase speaks on death of daughter Daveigh Chase

    The Ring actress Daveigh Chase died on June 16 at age 35. Her mother, Cathy Chase, says she had not seen her daughter since 2019. Cathy Chase described Daveigh as having faced homelessness and addiction.

    What's confirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died on June 16 at age 35.
    • Cathy Chase last saw her daughter in 2019.
    • Daveigh Chase struggled with addiction.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died from bacterial meningitis.
    • Daveigh Chase experienced homelessness after her acting career slowed.
    confidence 90%

  3. Cathy Chase Breaks Silence After Daughter Daveigh Chase Dies at 35

    Former child star Daveigh Chase has died at age 35. Her mother, Cathy Chase, described herself as devastated by the loss of her estranged daughter. Reports indicate the actress had struggled with addiction in recent years.

    What's confirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died at age 35.
    • Daveigh Chase appeared in Lilo & Stitch, The Ring, and Spirited Away.
    • Cathy Chase is the mother of Daveigh Chase.
    • Cathy Chase stated she was devastated by her daughter's death.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Daveigh Chase died on Tuesday, June 17, from sepsis caused by meningitis and a blood infection.
    • Daveigh Chase died on Skid Row.
    • Daveigh Chase left millions of dollars in residuals untouched.
    • Cathy Chase last saw her daughter in 2019.
    • Daveigh Chase's former manager is disputing GoFundMe claims.
    • Cathy Chase had been mentally preparing for her daughter's death for years.
    confidence 80%