Unexpected death

'Gossip Girl' Star Michelle Trachtenberg Dead At 39: The First Details

The well-known actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known from 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' and 'Gossip Girl', has died at the age of 39. Trachtenberg, who recently had a liver transplant, was found dead in her Manhattan apartment. Her death is not being ruled suspicious.

Michelle Trachtenberg's sudden death
Career from childhood to now
Controversies and personal challenges

Michelle Trachtenberg, who rose to fame as an accomplished actress in series such as 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' and 'Gossip Girl', has died at the age of 39. The news of her death was confirmed by police sources who told 'The New York Post' that Trachtenberg was found dead by her mother in her Manhattan apartment.

The actress had recently undergone a liver transplant and her death is not considered suspicious.

Michelle Trachtenberg's sudden death

The news of Trachtenberg's death has triggered a wave of grief. In recent months, the actress had posted worrying photos on Instagram showing her emaciated and weak. These pictures led to speculation from her followers about her state of health. Despite the worried comments from her fans, Trachtenberg assured them in January that she was "happy and healthy" and had never had plastic surgery.

Michelle Trachtenberg: Her career

Michelle Trachtenberg was born on October 11, 1985 in New York City and began her acting career at the age of nine on Nickelodeon's 'The Adventures of Pete and Pete'. Her breakthrough came in 1996 with the leading role in 'Harriet the Spy'. As an adult, she took on more challenging roles, including "Dawn Summers" in 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' and "Georgina Sparks" in 'Gossip Girl'.