Who was Michelle Trachtenberg? ‘Gossip Girl’ Actor Dies at 39

The Ultimate News reports that Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor most remembered for her parts on “Gossip Girl” and “Buffy the Vampire: Slayer,” passed away at the age of 39. It’s still unclear what killed her. According to sources who spoke to the publication, Trachtenberg was discovered on Wednesday morning at One Columbus Place, a posh apartment block on Central Park South. She had recently received a liver transplant, according to reports. Her death is not being viewed as suspicious, according to Page Six.

Who was Michelle Trachtenberg?

Michelle Trachtenberg, who was born in New York City in 1985 to Michael and Lana Trachtenberg, started her career early on. At the age of three, she was cast as Nona Mecklenberg on the hit Nickelodeon series “The Adventures of Pete & Pete.” Later, she had the lead role in the 1996 movie “Harriet the Spy.” Trachtenberg later made appearances in films like “EuroTrip,” “Ice Princess,” and “17 Again.” After thereafter, she became well-known for her parts in the renowned television shows “Gossip Girl” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.”

Michelle Trachtenberg’s Recent Instagram Post 

Some followers expressed concern about Michelle Trachtenberg’s health after seeing her recent images. A fan wrote that she appeared “sick” in a comment on a picture. The actress shot back, saying, “Tell me why I look ill. Did you misplace a calendar and fail to recognise that I’m not fourteen? My age is 38. It’s quite unfortunate that you made such a comment.

The fan promptly issued an apology, stating that they meant “no disrespect” and that their remark was made with sincere concern.

Trachtenberg shared another image a few hours later along with the caption, “Recently, I’ve had a lot of feedback regarding how I look. I am content and in good health, and I have never undergone plastic surgery. Check yourself, haters.”

She then shared another selfie of her new hairstyle, writing, “Fun fact. This is my face. Not malnutrition no problems. Why do you have you hate? Get a calendar.”