Overview
- Maya Kibbel collapsed early on March 7 and died in the emergency room after her heart and lungs stopped, according to her mother’s post.
- Her mother said Kibbel had endured significant pain during a prolonged illness and had been diagnosed with Wilson’s disease in 2023 after years of symptoms.
- Nick Jonas commented on the family’s Instagram announcement, calling her “My sister forever” and offering support to her mother.
- Kibbel was a longtime neighbor and childhood friend of the Jonas Brothers, worked in photography and creative roles, and often appeared with them during their early career.
- Reports note no public comments yet from Joe or Kevin Jonas, as fans and friends share tributes and highlight the rarity and severity of Wilson’s disease.