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Perth Now
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Lilo + Stitch star dies aged 57
Lilo + Stitch star David H. K. Bell has died aged 57. The actor, who played Big Hawaiian Dude in the 2025 live-action remake of the movie, has passed away, his sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, confirmed on Sunday (15.06.25). She wrote on her Facebook account: "It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father. I've been waiting for the words and mindset to properly express the joy of a human, and Prince of a Man he was, but fate pushed my hand this morning by a pre-scheduled Father's Day newsletter honoring the men in our lives. I met my little brother at the age of 18, on my high school graduation day, it was the most amazing surprise which I had been asking for for years, that our mom's made happen for us, and that gift has lasted a lifetime. While I didn't grow up with a Father, David gave me all the unconditional love I could possibly ask for and I believe that all his family and friends received the same from him. He was always so proud of me, his nieces and his grandnephew, constantly engaged and always coming up with fun activities to get-together. We looked forward to going to Tatihi and the Lindsey reunion together to create more family connections. (sic)" Jalene also told how just two weeks ago, David bought the "best seats in the house" for his family to watch him in Lilo + Stitch at the cinema. She added: "David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers, spending time with Brutus traveling as an ambassador for Kona Brew. The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts. He went to Punahou and Kalani while our dad spoke Hawaiian so his ability to deliver lines with English understanding, Indigenous knowledge and Pidgen to da Max…made him a diamond in the rough You can hear him over the PA system on arrival at Kona Airport where he loved working to create an awesome and safe customer experience. He was and will remain a bright and shining star. He recently made it on to the big screen with an iconic Lilo Stich momment. He planned ahead and purchased the best seats in the house for us all to go together to opening night in Kapolei just two short weeks ago. That's one trait we didn't share, planning ahead:) We talked about and were so energized by the fans dressed in L+S gear head to toe, t-shirts, onezees, hats, mask, and the merch galore flying off the shelf as we stood in line for pop-corn. I said we should get shave ice after the movie and reenact the sceen but then realized the store was already closed. To celebrate him and try to ease our grief we went to get shave ice and my grandson's emotion was on point. To Aunty Gerry and the Kenui 'Ohana you raised an amazing human who became the most loving and supportive man in my life and I am eternally grateful. I share this grief with our older sister Kehau Bell, and my younger sister, Lara Leimana, who while not a Bell, loved and adored him as her own. He enjoyed social media and I'll be resharing some of my favorite post he made, and some I am just seeing for the first time that I missed, because they are so funny and heartwarming. Hug your loved ones last time together after returning home from the movie was just sitting on my living room couch talking story about life, having a seltzer and doing a little genealogy. Blessed by this and all the big and small moments, I will keep our memories alive (sic)"
Metro
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Lilo & Stitch actor dies weeks after film's release as family pay tribute
Lilo & Stitch actor David Hekili Kenui Bell has died aged 46, less than a month after appearing in Disney's smash hit live-action film. Bell is said to have died on June 12, with a cause of death not yet revealed. In this year's adaptation of the 2002 animated classic, Bell played the character who infamously drops his shaved ice when he sees Jumba open the portal to the island. The actor's sister Jalene Kanani Bell shared the loss with a 'heavy heart' in a Facebook post. 'It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant and handsome little brother David H K Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father,' she wrote. Hawai'i police subsequently confirmed Bell's death to People and said an inquest has been launched, as is standard practice. A spokesperson told the publication: 'An autopsy is being scheduled to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation is ongoing at this time. No foul play is suspected.' Jalene's post described her brother as a 'joy of a human' and went on to describe his love of acting. She said: 'David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers, spending time with Brutus traveling as an ambassador for Kona Brew. The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts. 'He went to Punahou and Kalani while our dad spoke Hawaiian so his ability to deliver lines with English understanding, Indigenous knowledge and Pidgen to da max…made him a diamond in the rough. 'You can hear him over the PA system on arrival at Kona Airport where he loved working to create an awesome and safe customer experience. He was and will remain a bright and shining star.' More Trending She then spoke about his role in Lilo & Stitch, and told how the family went to watch the film together on opening night. 'We talked about and were so energized by the fans dressed in L&S gear head to toe, t-shirts, onezees, hats, mask, and the merch galore flying off the shelf as we stood in line for pop-corn,' she wrote. She added: 'To celebrate him and try to ease our grief we went to get shave ice and my grandson's emotion was on point.' In addition to his role on Lilo & Stitch, David has also made appearances in Magnum PI and Hawaii Five-O. According to his IMDb, he is set to appear in the film The Wrecking Crew, which is currently in post-production. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Controversial Snow White remake finally hits Disney+ and fans are split MORE: Nightcrawlers songwriter and DJ John Reid dies 'suddenly' aged 61 MORE: Hollywood child star Betsy Gay dies aged 96
Economic Times
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
David H.K. Bell, ‘Lilo & Stitch' actor, dies weeks after his movie debut
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Actor David Hekili Kenui Bell , who recently appeared in the 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake, has passed away. His death was confirmed by his sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, on social media. The cause of death has not been announced. 'It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant, and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father,' Jalene Kanani Bell wrote in a post on who has also appeared in shows like 'Magnum P.I.' and 'Hawaii Five-0,' had recently shared photos from the 'Lilo & Stitch' set on Instagram. He had also posted a clip from his audition as well. In the movie, he played a character named Big Hawaiian Dude who comedically drops his shaved ice dessert at the sight of an alien portal. The Screen Actors Guild member also appeared as Isaac in 'Hawaii Five-0' Season 5, Episode 4, where he played a character named Manu Saluni, and in 'Magnum P.I.' Season a tribute to her brother HK Bell, Jalene Kanani Bell said that David loved being an actor and doing voiceovers, and the film industry and entertainment were so exciting to him. 'David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers, and spending time with Brutus traveling as an ambassador for Kona Brew. The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts,' Bell added in her tribute.'He went to Punahou and Kalani while our dad spoke Hawaiian so his ability to deliver lines with English understanding, Indigenous knowledge and Pidgen to da Max…made him a diamond in the rough You can hear him over the PA system on arrival at Kona Airport where he loved working to create an awesome and safe customer experience,' she said. Hailing from Kaimuki, Bell studied at Kalani High School, according to his Facebook page. He was living in Waimea prior to his death and had worked as an assistant airport superintendent at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at May 2025, the actor wrote about 'Lilo & Stitch' on his Instagram. 'Now, Mahalo to everyone who worked on this film! I knew it would be special to attend a Cast and CREW screening and it didn't disappoint! It was so awesome to see so many of the true stars in my opinion, our local crew in Hawaii' he had said.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
David H.K. Bell, ‘Lilo & Stitch' actor, dies weeks after his movie debut
Actor David Hekili Kenui Bell , who recently appeared in the 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake, has passed away. His death was confirmed by his sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, on social media. The cause of death has not been announced. 'It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant, and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father,' Jalene Kanani Bell wrote in a post on Facebook. Bell, who has also appeared in shows like 'Magnum P.I.' and 'Hawaii Five-0,' had recently shared photos from the 'Lilo & Stitch' set on Instagram. He had also posted a clip from his audition as well. In the movie, he played a character named Big Hawaiian Dude who comedically drops his shaved ice dessert at the sight of an alien portal. The Screen Actors Guild member also appeared as Isaac in 'Hawaii Five-0' Season 5, Episode 4, where he played a character named Manu Saluni, and in 'Magnum P.I.' Season 1. In a tribute to her brother HK Bell, Jalene Kanani Bell said that David loved being an actor and doing voiceovers, and the film industry and entertainment were so exciting to him. 'David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers, and spending time with Brutus traveling as an ambassador for Kona Brew. The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts,' Bell added in her tribute. undefined 'He went to Punahou and Kalani while our dad spoke Hawaiian so his ability to deliver lines with English understanding, Indigenous knowledge and Pidgen to da Max…made him a diamond in the rough You can hear him over the PA system on arrival at Kona Airport where he loved working to create an awesome and safe customer experience,' she said. Hailing from Kaimuki, Bell studied at Kalani High School, according to his Facebook page. He was living in Waimea prior to his death and had worked as an assistant airport superintendent at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole. Live Events In May 2025, the actor wrote about 'Lilo & Stitch' on his Instagram. 'Now, Mahalo to everyone who worked on this film! I knew it would be special to attend a Cast and CREW screening and it didn't disappoint! It was so awesome to see so many of the true stars in my opinion, our local crew in Hawaii' he had said.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lilo and Stitch actor David Hekili Kenui Bell passes away; netizens say 'This is heartbreaking and sad'
David Hekili Kenui Bell, who recently appeared as the beloved 'shave ice guy' in Disney's live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch, has sadly passed away. The news of his sudden death was confirmed by his sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, in a heartfelt tribute shared on Facebook on Sunday, June 15. 'It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant, and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father,' she wrote, alongside photos of her brother. Bell recently celebrated his big-screen debut with his family during the premiere of Lilo & Stitch in Kapolei, Hawaii. Jalene recounted the joyful experience in her Facebook tribute, describing how David had thoughtfully purchased the best seats in the theatre for their family to attend the screening together just two weeks ago. 'He was and will remain a bright and shining star,' she said. Read the detailed note below: "It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father. I've been waiting for the words and mindset to properly express the joy of a human, and Prince of a Man he was, but fate pushed my hand this morning by a pre-scheduled Father's Day newsletter honoring the men in our lives. I met my little brother at the age of 18, on my high school graduation day, it was the most amazing surprise which I had been asking for for years, that our mom's made happen for us, and that gift has lasted a lifetime. While I didn't grow up with a Father, David gave me all the unconditional love I could possibly ask for and I believe that all his family and friends received the same from him. He was always so proud of me, his nieces and his grandnephew, constantly engaged and always coming up with fun activities to get-together. We looked forward to going to Tatihi and the Lindsey reunion together to create more family connections. David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers, spending time with Brutus traveling as an ambassador for Kona Brew. The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts. He went to Punahou and Kalani while our dad spoke Hawaiian so his ability to deliver lines with English understanding, Indigenous knowledge and Pidgen to da Max…made him a diamond in the rough diamond. You can hear him over the PA system on arrival at Kona Airport where he loved working to create an awesome and safe customer experience. He was and will remain a bright and shining star. He recently made it onto the big screen with an iconic Lilo & Stich moment." David's official cause of death has not yet been confirmed. His representative, Lashauna Downie, told TMZ, 'I am learning like you through social media. This is heartbreaking and sad. He was one of my best talents and embodied the true meaning of aloha … a gentle giant.' Condolences and tributes have poured in online as friends, fans, and loved ones on social media.
