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- Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39 as mom tragically discovers her in NYC apartment (themirror.com)
Reports indicate actress Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away at age 39. She was found by her mother Wednesday morning at a luxury apartment complex in New York City.
Sources suggest Trachtenberg had a liver transplant last year and may have experienced subsequent health issues. Her official cause of death is yet to be released, but the circumstances are not considered suspicious.
Trachtenberg was known for a variety of roles in film and television. She starred in projects like Gossip Girl, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ice Princess, 17 Again, EuroTrip, and Harriet the Spy, among others.
Her portrayal of Georgina Sparks, a recurring character and antagonist on Gossip Girl, was particularly memorable. Trachtenberg appeared in 28 episodes of the original series and two episodes of the reboot.
Prior to her death, the actress addressed fan concerns about her appearance on social media, stating she was healthy and had not had plastic surgery.
Following the news of her passing, fans shared tributes online, remembering her iconic roles and expressing their grief. Many recalled fond memories of watching her throughout her career.