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New information has come out regarding the tragic car accident that killed "Godzilla vs. Kong" actress Kaylee Hottle. She was 19 years old.
Authorities told TMZ that Hottle was a passenger in a 1995 Honda Accord that was involved in an accident in Maryland on Tuesday, July 21. The driver "veered off" the road and "slammed into a roadside ditch early Tuesday."
Speed is believed to be a factor in the crash.
Hottle was rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Her father, Joshua Hottle, told TMZ that his daughter's heart stopped on the way to the hospital.
The outlet further reports that there were two others in the vehicle at the time of the crash, with the 19-year-old driver having suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. The other passenger declined treatment at the scene.
"The Frederick County Sheriff's Office says deputies and fire and rescue personnel responded to the single-vehicle crash around 2:52 AM. The crash remains under investigation by the sheriff’s office traffic unit," TMZ writes.
Hottle's father also shared a video on Facebook where he provided details on the accident using American Sign Language. He added that he was flying from Texas to Maryland to claim his daughter’s body.
Hottle is a deaf actress who is best known for her role in Godzilla vs. Kong and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Her parents are also members of the deaf community.
Tributes poured in following news of Hottle's death.
"This is absolutely heartbreaking. She brought so much warmth and authenticity to her role, and her future was incredibly bright," one person wrote.
"Gone too soon Rest in peace Kaylee Hottle. She will always be remembered for her performance as Jia," another person commented.
"Sending love and strength to her family and the Deaf community. Rest in peace," someone posted.
