Millie Bobby Brown took to social media to express deep condolences over the passing of “Godzilla vs. Kong” co-star Kelly Hotel. The 18-year-old actress died in a fatal car accident in Maryland, USA, in the early morning of July 21, 2026. After learning the news, the “Enola Holmes 3” actress paid a heartfelt tribute to the late actress.
Millie Bobby Brown expresses condolences over Kelly Hottle’s death
“I’m so shocked to hear this news,” Brown wrote in front of a black-and-white photo of Hottel from the 2021 hit film, before adding, “We will miss you deeply, Kelly.”
Millie Bobby Brown expressed her heartfelt thanks to the late Kalyee Hottle on Instagram. (Image source: Instagram)
Millie Bobby Brown and Kelly Hotel co-starred in Godzilla vs. Kong and its sequel, Godzilla vs. Kong: A New Empire. The late actress plays the character of Jia, who forms a bond with the orangutans using sign language. Meanwhile, Brown plays the role of Madison Russell.
Tributes to Kelly Hottle
Additionally, Academy Award-winning actress Marlee Martin said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of the lovely Kelly Hottle. May her beauty and talent remain an everlasting memory.” Rebecca HallThe actress who worked with Hotel on the MonsterVerse films penned a poignant letter for the late star. “I’m so sorry to hear the news. My heart goes out to your family. You will be missed, Kelly.”
On the tragic passing of Kelly Hottle
According to E News, a press release from the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office stated that Kelly Hottle was killed in a single-vehicle collision. “The preliminary investigation indicates that a 1995 Honda Accord driven by a 19-year-old Frederick man drove off the right side of the two-lane road and struck a culvert,” the statement read, continuing, “Speed is believed to be a factor in the collision.“Kaylee Hottle is known for her role in the Godzilla franchise and her guest appearance in the famous series Magnum PI.
