Lilo & Stitch Live‑Action Actor from Hawai‘i Dead at 46 — A Local Legend

Sad news out of Hawai‘i today: David Hekili Kenui Bell, the beloved “shave-ice guy” in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch live-action remake, has passed away at just 46. His sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, shared a heartfelt tribute, calling him “sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant and handsome,” and revealed they’d just attended the film’s premiere together. David wasn’t just on screen—he was the voice of Kona International Airport, greeting millions with warmth and aloha daily. He also appeared in TV hits like Hawaii Five‑0 and Magnum P.I. In this video, we explore: His unforgettable moment in Lilo & Stitch His work as assistant airport superintendent and PA voice The cultural legacy he leaves behind The untold story behind his scene and his final moments David Hekili Kenui Bell David Bell died 2025 Lilo & Stitch shave ice guy Kona Airport voice actor Hawaiian actor news Hawaii Five-O Magnum P.I. actor live action Lilo & Stitch actor dies aloha spirit actor Disney Lilo & Stitch tribute local Hawaiian celebrity David Bell obituary live-action remake actor death behind the scenes