Kaylee Hottle, known for her role as Jia in the 2021 film "Godzilla vs. Kong" and its 2024 sequel "Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire," has died at the age of 19. Her father announced her passing on Tuesday, stating that she died after a car accident.
Hottle, who was deaf, gained recognition for her portrayal of Jia, a young girl who forms a bond with the giant ape Kong. She reprised the role in "Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire," which was released earlier this year.
Her role in "Godzilla vs. Kong" marked a significant acting debut for Hottle, who was a teenager at the time of filming. She continued her work in the MonsterVerse franchise, contributing to the expanded universe of giant monsters and their human connections.