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Tragic Loss of Rising Star Kaylee Hottle | Salt Lake City News
Tragedy strikes as 18-year-old actress Kaylee Hottle, known for her role as Jia in the Godzilla films and her groundbreaking sign-language portrayal of Kong’s companion, dies in a devastating car accident in Maryland. A deaf actress from a family with a legacy of deafness, Kaylee began her career at age nine and was celebrated for her authenticity and talent — even landing a guest spot on Magnum P.I. Her father, who traveled from Texas to claim her body, confirmed she lost her life en route to the hospital. The Texas School for the Deaf and fans worldwide mourn the loss of a bright, promising…
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