The Cause of Death for former child actress Daveigh Chase has been revealed weeks after the actress, best known for voicing Lilo in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch," died at the age of 35.
According to the New York Post, a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner obtained by Page Six states that Chase died from acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
The report also identified chronic polysubstance use as a contributing factor in her death.
Officials ruled her death to be from natural causes.
Chase died on June 16 after being hospitalized in Los Angeles. Her boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, previously said she had been diagnosed with meningitis and several serious blood infections that progressed into sepsis.
The medical examiner's findings provide additional details about the health issues Chase was facing before her death.
The report stated that AIDS was the primary cause, while prolonged use of multiple drugs contributed to her declining condition.
Chase rose to prominence as a child actor with several memorable roles in film and television.
She became widely recognized after voicing the title character in Disney's animated film "Lilo & Stitch," a performance that introduced her to audiences around the world.
She also starred as Samara Morgan in the horror film "The Ring," adding another well-known role to her acting career at a young age.
In recent years, Chase reportedly struggled with addiction and homelessness. Those close to her described a difficult personal battle that unfolded long after her success in Hollywood.
While Chase's acting career left a lasting impression through several iconic performances, the circumstances surrounding her final years also brought renewed attention to the challenges of addiction and serious illness.
The official findings close one chapter of the investigation while providing a clearer understanding of the medical conditions that claimed the former actress's life.