by Aaron Irving in Obituary

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead in her Manhattan apartment Wednesday morning. Her mother, Lana, discovered her unresponsive in bed. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene. Trachtenberg, known for her role in Gossip Girl, had recently undergone a liver transplant which may have led to complications. Despite health concerns, she had maintained an active social life and defended her appearance online in recent months. The family has requested privacy during this difficult time.