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Kaylee Hottle death and burial after Maryland crash

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Kaylee Hottle death in and burial after Maryland crash

On 21 July 2026, 18‑year‑old deaf actress Kaylee Hottle, known for her role as Jia in the *Godzilla vs. Kong* films, was killed in a single‑vehicle crash in Ijamsville, Frederick County, Maryland. ~~The~~ A 1995 Honda ~~Accord,~~ Accord driven by a ~~19‑year‑old,~~ 19‑year‑old drifted off Windsor Road and struck a culvert; police identified excessive speed as a likely factor. The driver was hospitalized with non‑life‑threatening injuries, while a second passenger declined medical assistance. Hottle’s father, Joshua Hottle, confirmed the tragedy in a video statement delivered in American Sign Language. Co‑star Millie Bobby Brown posted a black‑and‑white tribute on Instagram, expressing devastation. Fellow cast member Rebecca ~~Hall and~~ Hall, Legendary ~~Pictures~~ Pictures, and the Texas School for the Deaf also issued statements honoring Hottle’s talent and kindness. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office ~~released details of the ongoing investigation, reiterating~~ reiterated that speed was believed to have caused the crash. ~~Media outlets~~ On 4 August 2026, Hottle was buried in ~~multiple languages reported the incident, and tributes flowed from~~ Kyle, Texas. A memorial service at the Texas School for the Deaf featured a closed coffin draped with a school banner and ~~other industry figures.~~ a smiling photograph of the actress, with family members delivering eulogies. Millie Bobby Brown shared an Instagram story with a photo of Hottle, reiterating her sorrow. Hottle had previously been nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Younger Actor for her performance in the franchise.

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