David Hekili Kenui Bell, the Hawaii actor known for his role as “Big Hawaiian Dude” in the recently released live-action remake of Disney’s “Lilo and Stitch,” died Thursday in Kailua-Kona. He was 46.

David Hekili Kenui Bell, an actor who recently appeared in the “Lilo & Stitch” live-action remake as well as in shows like “Magnum P.I.” and “Hawaii Five-0,” died June 12. He was 46. Bell’s sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, confirmed his death in a Facebook post. A cause of death has not been announced, but Hawaii …

Lilo & Stitch star David Hekili Kenui Bell has passed away at the age of 46.The actor, who appeared in the 2025 live action remake as the Big Hawaiian Dude as well as Hawaii Five-0 and