Quick Info
| Profession | Photographer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/04/1995 |
| Age | 30 years (died on 07, Mar, 2026) |
| Birthplace | San Francisco, California |
| Date of Death | 07/03/2026 |
Latest News about Maya Kibbel
07/03/2026
Maya Kibbel, the childhood friend and unofficial sister of the Jonas Brothers, passed away at the age of 30 on March 7, 2026, after a long battle with Wilson's disease. Her mother, Kiyoko Kibbel, announced her death on social media, stating that Maya collapsed and died in the emergency room of a California hospital. Nick Jonas publicly mourned her passing, referring to her as his 'sister forever' in a tribute.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being the childhood friend and neighbor of Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas; American photographer and blogger known for fashion photography blending Western and Japanese aesthetics |
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Light Brown |
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| Hair Colour | Brown |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
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| Siblings | She was the only child of her parents. |
Career
| She was an American photographer and blogger known for fashion photography. | |
| She worked with platforms such as Elle Girl Japan, Nylon Japan, and Numero Japan. | |
| She lived and worked in Tokyo, where she blended Western and Japanese fashion aesthetics. | |
| She often assisted the Jonas Brothers in the background, handling their projects backstage and on tours. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/mayakibbel/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-kibbel-17819519a |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Her father was a close friend of the Jonas Brothers’ father, Paul Kevin Jonas Sr. | |
| 2. When Maya Kibbel was a year old, her father passed away. | |
| 3. After her father died, the Jonas family looked after Maya and her mother, Kiyoko. | |
| 4. She was known for being the childhood friend and neighbour of the Jonas Brothers. | |
| 5. Maya Kibbel grew up with the Jonas family. | |
| 6. They often described her as a sister. | |
| 7. She often assisted the Jonas Brothers in the background, such as handling their projects, backstage at hangouts, and on tours. | |
| 8. Maya Kibbel was friends with many other Disney Channel celebrities, such as Miley Cyrus. | |
| 9. On 7 March 2026, her mother shared on social media that Maya died after fighting Wilson’s disease, a rare genetic disorder that accumulates copper in the liver, brain, and other organs. | |
| 10. Her mother claimed that Maya suddenly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital. She passed away in the emergency room. | |
| 11. After her death, Nick Jonas referred to her as his ‘sister forever’ in a public tribute. | |
| 12. She liked travelling to distant places, such as Mount Sinai and the Bedouins, and swimming in her free time. | |
| 13. Maya Kibbel was often spotted enjoying alcoholic beverages on various occasions. | |
| 14. She liked smoking cigarettes occasionally. |