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Maya Kibbel’s death at the age of 30 was announced by her mother, Kiyoko Kibbel, in a heartfelt social media post. Reacting to the news, Nick Jonas mourned his childhood friend in the comments, writing, “My sister forever. Here for you always.”

Maya Kibbel was a childhood friend and neighbour of the Jonas Brothers. She passed away at the age of 30 after battling Wilson’s disease. Maya died on March 7, 2026. The news of her death was shared on social media by her mother, Kiyoko Kibbel.

Kiyoko wrote, "It is with great sorrow that I have to post this sad news. Maya had been suffering from a rare disease called Wilson’s disease. She fought hard but her body gave out. Early on 3/7, she collapsed and her heart and lungs stopped working (sic)." She further added that Maya had been in severe pain and often cried herself to sleep. Therefore, Kiyoko described Maya’s passing as the “best place ever” for her, as she could finally rest in peace.

'Sister' Maya Kibbel's Last Post For Nick Jonas

On Kiyoko’s post, Nick Jonas commented, "My sister forever. Here for you always." Amid Maya’s death, her last post for Nick also went viral on social media. Maya last posted for Nick on his birthday in 2024. A day after his birthday, on September 17, Maya uploaded a picture from their childhood. Both were seen sitting together and smiling for the photo. Maya captioned the picture, "Happy birthday big bro & BFFL @nickjonas #ihavetoomanyhands."