Gossip Girl Star Michelle Trachtenberg Dead at 39: Tragic Details Revealed

2025-02-26 19:32:36.963

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in Gossip Girl, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Ice Princess, has died at age 39. The New York Police Department responded to a 911 call at her apartment, finding her unresponsive. While the cause of death is yet to be determined, police are not considering it suspicious. Reports indicate she had recently undergone a liver transplant. Trachtenberg's career began early, with appearances in commercials and roles in shows like Law & Order and The Adventures of Pete & Pete. She gained recognition for her role as Dawn Summers in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and later as Georgina Sparks in Gossip Girl. In 2021, she made allegations of physical abuse against Buffy creator Joss Whedon. Tributes have poured in from fellow actors, including her Gossip Girl co-star Ed Westwick and Rosie O'Donnell, who co-starred with her in Harriet the Spy.