Sun Mar 02 13:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Found Dead at 39; Cause of Death Undetermined
**New York, NY** – Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in “Gossip Girl” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” was found dead in her New York City home Wednesday at the age of 39. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner has ruled the cause and manner of death as undetermined, citing insufficient or conflicting information. Trachtenberg’s family declined an autopsy.
The NYPD confirmed that no foul play is suspected, and their investigation is ongoing. Trachtenberg’s representative confirmed her death Wednesday, requesting privacy for the family during this difficult time.
Trachtenberg’s career spanned decades, beginning as a child star and culminating in prominent roles in popular teen television shows. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Georgina Sparks in “Gossip Girl” and her early work in films such as “Ice Princess” and “Harriet the Spy.”
Tributes have poured in from fellow actors, including her “Gossip Girl” co-star Blake Lively, who described Trachtenberg as “electricity” and lauded her passionate approach to work. Rosie O’Donnell, who worked with Trachtenberg on “Harriet the Spy,” also expressed her sorrow and noted Trachtenberg’s struggles in recent years.
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