Maya Kibbel passes away after a long health battle
According to a statement shared by Maya Kibbel’s mother, Kiyoko Kibbel, on social media, Maya passed away on March 7. In her emotional message, she revealed that her daughter had been suffering from Wilson’s disease for a long time and had fought bravely through intense pain.
In the heartfelt note, Kiyoko wrote that Maya’s body could no longer continue the fight. She shared that early on March 7, Maya suddenly collapsed and her heart and lungs stopped working. Despite efforts to help her, doctors could not save her, and she passed away in the emergency room.
Her mother also spoke about the difficult journey Maya had been going through while living with the rare illness. She revealed that the pain had become extremely hard for her daughter to handle.
“She had suffered so much that often she would cry herself to sleep due to her pain,” Kiyoko wrote in the emotional message. She added that although the family is heartbroken, they are trying to find comfort in believing that Maya is finally free from pain.
Mother shares emotional message for Maya’s friends
Along with announcing the tragic news, Maya Kibbel’s mother also shared a touching message for her daughter’s friends who are grieving the loss. She asked everyone who loved Maya to remember that she is now in a peaceful place.
In her post, Kiyoko said that Maya is now in heaven and reunited with her father. She expressed hope that Maya is watching over her loved ones from above.
“As her mom of 30 years, I miss her terribly and am heartbroken,” she wrote. “But my comfort is knowing she is no longer suffering. Love and prayers to you all.”
Her message quickly drew many comments from friends, family, and fans who shared their condolences and memories of Maya.
Nick Jonas pays tribute to his “sister.”
Among those deeply affected by the news is singer Nick Jonas. Maya Kibbel shared a special bond with the Jonas family while growing up and remained especially close to Nick Jonas throughout the years.
Reports say that the two grew up together as neighbours and their families were very close. Because of their strong bond, they often referred to each other like siblings.
After the announcement of Maya’s passing, Nick Jonas reacted in the comments of the social media post and shared a short but emotional tribute.
“My sister forever. Here for you always,” he wrote while addressing Maya’s mother.
The simple message reflected the deep connection Nick Jonas had with Maya Kibbel and showed how much the loss had affected him.
Fans remember Maya through old memories
Over the years, Maya Kibbel’s family had occasionally shared photos and memories from their time with the Jonas family. Many of those posts showed Nick Jonas and Maya spending time together as children, attending events, and celebrating holidays.
One such memory included photos from Christmas celebrations where the two families gathered together. The posts often highlighted how the friendship between Maya Kibbel and Nick Jonas stayed strong even as their lives moved in different directions.
Despite living in different parts of the world later in life, the two remained in touch and continued to support each other.
After the news of Maya Kibbel’s passing became public, many fans also expressed their condolences online. Several people shared messages remembering her warm personality and the strong bond she shared with Nick Jonas and his family.
While the loss has left many heartbroken, those who knew Maya Kibbel are remembering her through the happy memories she created with friends and family over the years.
