Michelle Trachtenberg Knew ‘Death Was A Possibility For Her’, Reveals Close Friend Amanda de Cadenet.
Michelle Trachtenberg known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, was found dead in her Manhattan apartment!
Michelle Trachtenberg, the beloved actress known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, was found dead in her Manhattan apartment on the morning of February 26. She was 39 years old. Her mother discovered her unresponsive at approximately 8 AM in her Central Park South residence. Authorities arrived at the scene shortly after, and her death was confirmed on-site.
Michelle Trachtenberg’s Friend Shares Details On Actor’s Death
One of her close friends, Amanda de Cadenet, paid tribute to Trachtenberg on Instagram, revealing that the actress was aware of the possibility of her death. In an emotional post, de Cadenet shared a heartfelt message, stating, “What sad news this morning to wake up to. It feels weird and awful to be posting this, but I want to acknowledge your death because I cared about you. I’m grateful we got to connect, especially in the last few months.” She also mentioned that she had recently FaceTimed Trachtenberg while she was in the hospital. Initially, de Cadenet had included details about their conversations over the past six months, stating that Trachtenberg knew “death was a high possibility.” However, she later edited the post to remove those details.
Her representative, Gary Mantoosh, issued a brief statement following the tragic news, saying, “It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss. There are no further details at this time.”
The official cause of death has not yet been disclosed. However, reports indicate that she had been battling significant health issues in recent years. According to sources close to the actress, she had undergone a liver transplant in 2024, and complications from the procedure may have contributed to her untimely passing.
More Details On Michelle Trachtenberg
In the months leading up to her death, Michelle Trachtenberg reportedly struggled both physically and emotionally. Friends and close acquaintances revealed that she had been open about her declining health and had confided in those close to her about her struggles. A source told People magazine that she was “really down emotionally” and had admitted to “struggling a lot.”
Michelle Trachtenberg rose to fame as a child actress, beginning her career in commercials before landing roles in The Adventures of Pete & Pete and Harriet the Spy. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Dawn Summers in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and later as Georgina Sparks in Gossip Girl. She also appeared in films like EuroTrip, Ice Princess, and 17 Again. Her final on-screen appearance was in the Gossip Girl reboot in 2023.
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First Published: February 27, 2025 6:39 PM
