US actress Kaylee Hottle, who starred in the Godzilla vs Kong movie series, has died in a car crash at age 18.
Hottle, who was deaf, portrayed a young orphan named Jia in the 2021 blockbuster, and reprised the role in 2024 sequel Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
Her father, Joshua Hottle, posted a video statement via Facebook, using American Sign Language to confirm details of her death.
Police officers in Frederick, Maryland, said “excessive speed” was believed to be a factor in the single-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning.
The Texas School for the Deaf, where Hottle had studied, also shared the news with “profound sadness”.
“Our hearts are with Kaylee’s family, friends, classmates, and everyone who knew and loved her during this incredibly difficult time,” said a statement posted on Instagram.
It also called for everyone to respect the privacy of her family and to not speculate ab
