Sad news today on AGDN: Kelsey Lewis, who was the actress that played Nellie O'Malley in the movie Samantha: An American Girl Holiday, passed away on October 29. She was 29 years old, and was involved in a paragliding accident in California that cost her her life.
Lewis in 2004
Since the American Girl movies were made not too long ago, I wasn't expecting the day where I had to make a post like this to come anytime soon, but unfortunately, that day has come. Kelsey's performance as Nellie touched so many people, including me, and gave light to the important issues in her story, including themes of poor working conditions and child labor that resonate to this day. Kelsey's talent shone through in her performance, and according to the source that reported her death, it seems like she kept that talent going all throughout her life, as she spent the final years of it as a dance instructor and DJ in San Diego, California.
I have no words for this tragedy. Rest in Peace, Kelsey, and I am sending love and light towards the Lewis family as they navigate their loss.
Rip she will be in my prayers 💔
Aww, I loved that movie when I was younger. I still do, even to this day. It's so sad that Kelsey Lewis recently passed away at only 29 years old. That's the whole reason why I am scared to pieces by heights and I refuse to do any sort of stunt that involves flying. My condolences. Kelsey was amazing as Nellie, and it's absolutely tragic that she left the earth at such a young age. Kelsey Lewis may be gone, but she will never be forgotten. RIP, we will forever miss you, Kelsey Lewis.
Kelsey was so good as Nellie Rest in peace Kelsey You will never be forgotten Forever in many,many hearts.
Marion and Marilyn
I feel like a piece of my past is lost. RIP Kelsey.
that's so tragic!! she was doing something she enjoyed, but she was so young... 😢