Michelle Trachtenberg: "Gossip Girl" star dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, known from series such as "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl" has died. She was only 39 years old.
Michelle Trachtenberg (1985-2025) is dead. As the "New York Post" reports, citing the police and another source, the actress was found lifeless by her mother in an apartment near Central Park on Wednesday morning. She was only 39 years old.
Trachtenberg is best known for her roles as Georgina Sparks in "Gossip Girl" and Dawn Summers in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." She was most recently seen again in her role as Georgina Sparks in the "Gossip Girl" reboot in 2023.
health problemsThe actress is said to have recently undergone a liver transplant, as the New York Post also claims to have learned. Her death is not considered suspicious, and the case will now be referred to the medical examiner, who will determine the cause of death.
Last year, her fans became increasingly concerned about Trachtenberg due to her extreme weight loss. However, the actress responded to comments on social media with posts like: "Fun fact: This is my face. No malnutrition, no problems. Why do you always have to hate? Get yourself a calendar."
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