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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Leighton Meester remembers 'wonderful' Michelle Trachtenberg in heartfelt tribute
Leighton Meester remains "devastated" over the death of her Gossip Girl co-star Michelle Trachtenberg. The actress passed away in February at the age of 39, several months after she underwent a liver transplant. Authorities reported Trachtenberg died from complications of diabetes, which can be a side effect of organ transplantation. In an interview for Flaunt magazine published on Tuesday, Meester acknowledged the sudden loss of Trachtenberg, who played Georgina Sparks, for the first time. "It's devastating," she stated. "She was a wonderful, talented person, and everyone loved her. It's very, very sad for everyone who knew her." ADVERTISEMENT Meester, who portrayed Blair Waldorf on the popular series from 2007 to 2012, went on to reflect on the impact Gossip Girl continues to have on popular culture. "Now, I can see that (the show's legacy) continues - in some ways, even more so than back then - to live on, which is incredible," the 39-year-old mused. Last month, Penn Badgley also paid tribute to Trachtenberg. Admitting he hadn't stayed in touch with the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star after filming wrapped on Gossip Girl, the actor described her as someone with a "pure heart". "I can't claim to have known her well, but yeah, really surreal, really saddening," he commented to E! News. Meester is currently promoting her new comedy drama, Good Cop/Bad Cop.
Miami Herald
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Michelle Trachtenberg's family makes decision regarding her autopsy
The day after her death, Michelle Trachtenberg's family has opted out of an autopsy. According to ABC7, the actress' family objected to the autopsy for 'religious reasons.' The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner did not object to the family's will because there is no suspicion of foul play. As reports have revealed, Trachtenberg's death comes after the 39-year-old actress underwent a liver transplant. Her cause of death will remain undetermined. As ABC7 reports, Trachtenberg was found dead in her New York City apartment by her mother Feb. 26. Trachtenberg did not have any children. According to People, she was last linked romantically to talent agent Jay Cohen. Trachtenberg began her acting career as a child star on Nickelodeon. Her first major film role was 'Harriet the Spy' opposite Rosie O'Donnell. But perhaps her biggest roles to date include her 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' character Dawn which she played from 2000 to 2003 and her 'Gossip Girl' character Georgina Sparks which she played from 2008 to 2012. Trachtenberg reprised her role as Georgina Sparks for the 'Gossip Girl' reboot in 2022. In a 2021 interview with Entertainment Tonight, Trachtenberg said Sparks was her favorite character to play.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michelle Trachtenberg Career Photos: Gossip Girl, Ice Princess, Buffy
Michelle Trachtenberg starred in 'Harriet the Spy' at just 10 years old, and went on to appear in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' 'Gossip Girl,' 'Ice Princess' and 'Eurotrip.' Trachtenberg started acting at just 3 years old before joining Nickelodeon's 'The Adventures of Pete and Pete.' More from Variety Michelle Trachtenberg, 'Gossip Girl' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Actor, Dies at 39 Rob Lowe Cast as JFK in 'Killing Kennedy' Haley Joel Osment Sets Up Slate of Projects (EXCLUSIVE) She joined 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' as Dawn Summers in its fifth season as Sarah Michelle Geller's younger sister, and was on the show until it ended in season seven. On 'Gossip Girl,' she played mean girl Georgina Sparks who often sparred with Blake Lively's Serena van der Woodsen and Leighton Meester's Blair Waldorf. She went on to appear in popular films including 'Ice Princess' and 'Eurotrip,' then returned for the 'Gossip Girl' reboot in 2022, which proved to be her final role. She died Wednesday at the age of 39. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025 Michelle Trachtenberg's first starring role was in 'Harriet the Spy,' where she played the young sleuth from the popular novel. (1996) Michelle Trachtenberg appeared in two seasons of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' as Buffy's younger sister. Penn Badgley and Michelle Trachtenberg in 'Gossip Girl,' in which she played mean girl Georgina Sparks. (2008) Michelle Trachtenberg appeared in two episodes of the series 'Love Bites.' (2011) Michelle Trachtenberg appeared on five episodes of the Showtime series 'Weeds.' (2011) Michelle Trachtenberg, left, Scott Mechlowicz and Jacob Pitts appeared in the raunchy comedy movie 'Eurotrip.' (2004) Jay Hayden and Michelle Trachtenberg in a season 8 episode of 'Criminal Minds' (2013) Michelle Trachtenberg was Ashley in the rom-com 'Take Me Home Tonight.' (2011) Michelle Trachtenberg played Maggie in the rom-com '17 Again.' (2009) Michelle Trachtenberg appeared opposite Brady Corbet and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in Gregg Araki's 'Mysterious Skin.' (2004) Michelle Trachtenberg was an ice skating star in 'Ice Princess.' (2005)
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michelle Trachtenberg, Former 'Gossip Girl' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Star, Dies at 39
Michelle Trachtenberg has died at age 39. According to a report from ABC News the actress was found dead Feb. 26 in a New York City apartment near Columbus Circle. Police sources tell The New York Post that "her death is not being investigated as suspicious." PEOPLE has reached out to her rep, the LAPD and NYPD for comment. Trachtenberg is best known for her roles as Georgina Sparks on Gossip Girl and Dawn Summers on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. However, she got her start in commercials before landing her roles on Nickelodeon's The Adventures of Pete & Pete and on All My Children. Her big breakout as the titular character in Harriet the Spy came in 1996. She also had several other prominent roles across film and television over the years, including in EuroTrip, 17 Again and Ice Princess. Trachtenberg's last credited role was in 2023, reprising Georgina Sparks on Max's Gossip Girl reboot. In the year leading up to her death, Trachtenberg sparked concerns online from fans who were worried about her health due to a drastic change in her appearance. But she clapped back, saying, "Fun fact. This is my face. Not malnutrition no problems. Why do you have to hate? Get a calendar." "I've received several comments recently about my appearance," she wrote in another Instagram post. "I have never had plastic surgery I am happy and healthy. Check yourself haters." Trachtenberg's final Instagram post was seven days ago, where she shared a throwback of herself wanting to "look like naughty #tinkerbell." Read the original article on People
