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Lilo & Stitch Actor David Hekili Kenui Bell Dies at 57

His sister announced his passing on June 15; fans and colleagues have since honored his generous spirit alongside his on-screen debut.

David HK Bell in Lilo and Stitch
David Hekili Kenui Bell in Lilo and Stitch
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Overview

  • Jalene Kanani Bell confirmed her brother’s death in a Facebook post, describing him as generous, talented and a source of unconditional love.
  • Bell made his big-screen debut as “Big Hawaiian Dude” in Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch, which has earned over $850 million worldwide.
  • No cause of death has been disclosed as tributes continue to pour in from family, co-stars and local fans.
  • A familiar voice at Kona International Airport, Bell also appeared in episodes of Magnum P.I. and Hawaii Five-0.
  • According to IMDb, he was in post-production on The Wrecking Crew, an Amazon MGM action-comedy starring Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa.