Daveigh Chase’s boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, created a GoFundMe campaign to help the actress “find comfort and peace” in her final days before her tragic death on Tuesday.
‘Daveigh Chase, my girlfriend, has always been a light in my life. Many people know her as a talented childhood actor from ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Spirited Away,’ and ‘Donnie Darko.’ But behind the scenes, she’s faced more than her share of hardship,” Hernandez shared in the online campaign.
“After a difficult childhood and a painful falling out with her family, Daveigh was bullied and struggled to find safety and happiness in downtown LA. When we met, I promised to protect her and give her the love and comfort she deserved. Together, we found moments of happiness and hope.”
Hernandez continued, explaining how “everything changed” in their lives when Chase was diagnosed with meningitis and several “serious” blood infections.
“Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left. All she ever wanted was a place where we could live together, feel safe, and be happy. Now, more than ever, I want to give her that sense of home and peace in her final days,” he added.
“I understand we all go through things, but if you can help, I will be really grateful for anything. And if you can only give a prayer, I will take that too. Thank you for considering helping us during this difficult time.”
As of the timing of this report, the campaign has raised $325 of its $5,500 goal.
Chase died at 35 years old after her meningitis diagnosis and blood infections caused her body to become septic and shut down.
According to TMZ, Chase was admitted to a Los Angeles hospital earlier this month due to malnutrition.
The former actress was known for her roles in Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” and “The Ring.” The latter horror film earned her an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain for her role as Samara Morgan.
She also voiced Chihiro Ogino in the American dub of “Spirited Away.”
Her additional credits include “Big Love,” “Donnie Darko,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch,” “Beethoven’s 5th,” “ER” and “Mercy” among other titles.
