David Hekili Kenui Bell, the actor best known for his recent turn in Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch, has died, per a Facebook post shared by his sister Jalene Kanani Bell. A cause of death was not listed.

Lilo and Stitch' actor David Hekili Kenui Bell has died just a few weeks after the new live-action movie premiered in May 2025.

David Hekili Kenui Bell, an actor who recently appeared in the “Lilo & Stitch” live-action remake as well as in shows like “Magnum P.I.” and “Hawaii Five-0,” has died. Bell’s sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, confirmed his death in a Facebook post. A cause of death has not been announced.