Actress Kaylee Hottle Reportedly Dies in Maryland Car Crash at 18
Actress Kaylee Hottle, known for her role as Jia in "Godzilla vs. Kong" and "Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire," has reportedly died at the age of 18 in a car crash in Maryland. Her father confirmed her passing in…
Charlotte, NC, July 21, 2026 — Actress Kaylee Hottle, who portrayed the character Jia in the recent “Godzilla” films, has reportedly died at the age of 18. The incident is said to have occurred in a car crash in Maryland.
Hottle gained recognition for her role as Jia, an orphan connected to the MonsterVerse titans, in the 2021 film “Godzilla vs. Kong.” She reprised the role in the 2024 sequel, “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire.” Her portrayal was a significant element in both blockbuster movies.
Confirmation of her reported death came from her father, who made an announcement during a Facebook livestream. Further details regarding the circumstances of the crash and the timeline of events were not immediately available.
The loss of Hottle at such a young age has come as a shock to many who followed her burgeoning career in Hollywood. Information regarding memorial services or further statements from the family was not provided in the initial reports.
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