‘Lilo & Stitch’ Star Death: 5 Things to Know
- David Hekili Kenui Bell, who played "Big Hawaiian Dude" in the 2025 live-action remake of Disney's "Lilo & Stitch," has died.
- bell's sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, announced his death on Facebook.
- Beyond his role in "Lilo & Stitch," David Hekili Kenui Bell also appeared in "Hawaii Five-0" and "Magnum P.I." Before his acting career took off, Bell maintained a...
David Hekili Kenui Bell, the actor from the 2025 “Lilo & Stitch” remake, has tragically died at 46. Uncover the details surrounding the “Big Hawaiian Dude”‘s passing, revealed just weeks after the film’s premiere. Explore his other roles in “Hawaii Five-0” and “Magnum P.I.,” and learn about his significant contributions beyond acting, including his role as Assistant Airport Superintendent. News Directory 3 delivers the latest updates. Read how Bell’s sister remembered him and the family’s cherished memories of the “Lilo & Stitch” premiere. discover what’s next regarding memorial services.
‘Lilo & Stitch’ actor David Hekili Kenui Bell Dies at 46
Updated June 17, 2025
David Hekili Kenui Bell, who played “Big Hawaiian Dude” in the 2025 live-action remake of Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch,” has died. He was 46. News of the actor’s death surfaced in June, shortly after the film’s release. The cause of death was not immediately released.
bell’s sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, announced his death on Facebook. She described her brother as sweet,generous,talented,funny,brilliant,and handsome.
Beyond his role in “Lilo & Stitch,” David Hekili Kenui Bell also appeared in “Hawaii Five-0” and “Magnum P.I.” Before his acting career took off, Bell maintained a job as the Assistant Airport Superintendent at Ellison Onizuka Kona International airport at Keahole. His sister noted that he enjoyed creating a positive experience for travelers at the airport.
According to his sister, Bell bought tickets for his family to attend the opening night of “Lilo & Stitch” in Kapolei. They enjoyed seeing fans dressed in “Lilo & Stitch” attire and discussed reenacting a scene from the movie with shave ice.
what’s next
Details regarding memorial services are pending as family and friends process the loss of the actor and airport employee.