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 …

The Lilo & Stitch family mourns the beloved cast member and local Hawaiian talent.