Wed Feb 26 18:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Dies at 39
**New York, NY** – Beloved actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” died at the age of 39. The NYPD confirmed that Trachtenberg was found unconscious and unresponsive in her Manhattan apartment Wednesday morning and pronounced dead at the scene. While the cause of death is pending a medical examiner’s report, police are not considering the death suspicious.
Trachtenberg, who recently underwent a liver transplant, had garnered attention in recent months for a series of Instagram posts showing significant weight loss, prompting concern from fans. She addressed these concerns in January, stating she was “happy and healthy.”
The actress began her career at age nine, appearing in “The Adventures of Pete and Pete.” She later landed the title role in “Harriet the Spy” before transitioning to more mature roles, including Dawn Summers in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and Georgina Sparks in “Gossip Girl.” In 2021, Trachtenberg made headlines with allegations of physical abuse against “Buffy” creator Joss Whedon, allegations Whedon denied.
Trachtenberg’s death has shocked fans and the entertainment industry. Her career spanned decades, leaving a lasting impact on television and film.
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