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Arab Times
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Sophie Nyweide, former child actress, was pregnant at time of death
LOS ANGELES, April 24: The body of 24-year-old former child actress Sophie Nyweide was discovered on April 14 in a wooded area near the Roaring Branch River in Bennington, Vermont. TMZ was the first outlet to report that Nyweide was pregnant at the time of her death. According to Vermont authorities, Nyweide was accompanied by another individual when she became unresponsive. That person contacted 911, and emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly thereafter. Despite their efforts, Nyweide was pronounced dead less than an hour later. "The individual present with Nyweide at the time of her death is cooperating fully with investigators," the Bennington Police Department stated. "This same person made the 911 call seeking assistance for Nyweide." A now-deleted obituary, reportedly shared by Nyweide's family, reflected on her love for acting, describing movie sets as the place she felt most at peace. The tribute also touched on her struggles with trust and trauma, noting that her openness often left her vulnerable. It stated that Nyweide had turned to self-medication to cope with emotional pain and shame and that her reluctance to pursue treatment "that might possibly have saved her life" ultimately contributed to her passing. Nyweide began her acting career as a child, making her screen debut as the lead in Alejandro Gómez Monteverde's 2006 film Bella. She later starred as the daughter of Michelle Williams and Gael García Bernal in the 2009 drama Mammoth. Her other credits include appearances in Darren Aronofsky's Noah, Noah Baumbach's Margot at the Wedding, and an episode of Law & Order in 2007. The official cause and manner of Nyweide's death have not yet been released. However, Bennington police have confirmed that they are investigating whether her death may have been the result of an unintentional overdose or if foul play was involved. Reports from the Bennington Banner indicate that Nyweide had legal troubles prior to her death. In November 2024, she was charged with felony trafficking of Fentanyl and faced a possible 30-year prison sentence. She had previously pleaded guilty to a narcotics possession charge in September 2024 and received a suspended sentence along with probation. Nyweide was the daughter of actress Shelly Gibson, known for her roles in All My Children and St. Elsewhere.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Child Star Sophie Nyweide Was Pregnant When She Died
Former child star Sophie Nyweide was pregnant when she was found dead last week, according to multiple media reports. The 24-year-old's body was found in a wooded area along the banks of the Roaring Branch River in Bennington, Vermont, on April 14. TMZ was the first to report her pregnancy. Vermont police said that a person who was with her called 911 to report that she was unresponsive. Less than an hour later, first responders pronounced her dead on the scene. 'An individual was present with Nyweide at the time of her death and they are cooperating with investigators,' Bennington police said. 'The same individual was the person who contacted 911, summoning assistance for Nyweide.' A now-deleted obituary shared by her family said, 'She seemed happiest on a movie set, becoming someone else. It was a safe place for her.' The obit also noted her trusting nature that led people to take 'advantage' of her and that she 'self-medicated to deal with all the trauma and shame she held inside, and it resulted in her death' and that she 'was compelled to reject the treatment that might possibly have saved her life.' Nyweide made her screen debut as the title character in Alejandro Gómez Monteverde's 2006 drama 'Bella,' going on to play the daughter of Michelle Williams and Gael García Bernal in 2009's 'Mammoth.' She also appeared in 'Noah,' Noah Baumbach's 'Margot at the Wedding' and a 2007 episode of 'Law & Order.' The cause and manner of her death have not yet been released but Bennington police have stated they are investigating whether her death was 'a possible unintentional overdose' or whether foul play was involved. The Bennington Banner reported that Nyweide was charged last November with one count of felony Fentanyl trafficking and was facing a possible 30-year sentence if found guilty. She had previously pleaded guilty to narcotic possession in September 2024 and was given a suspended sentence and probation. Nyweide's mother is Shelly Gibson, who starred in 'All My Children' and 'St. Elsewhere.' The post Former Child Star Sophie Nyweide Was Pregnant When She Died appeared first on TheWrap.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cops Share Disturbing Update in Death of Ex-Child Star
Police in Vermont are investigating the tragic death of actress Sophie Nyweide, and now, more information is coming out about the circumstances surrounding her death. According to TMZ, Sophie's body was discovered early on April 14 near a high school in Bennington. Authorities say her body was found lifeless on a riverbank close to a makeshift lean-to structure constructed from fallen trees. At this stage, police are including the possibility of foul play in the causes of death. The Bennington Police Department confirmed that an autopsy is still pending and will include a full toxicology report to help determine what led to Sophie's untimely death. According to investigators, a man was present with Sophie at the time of her death. While he is cooperating with the investigation, police have stated he is neither a suspect of person of interest. Police also believe other people were with Sophie at the lean-to earlier that night and efforts are underway to locate them to piece together the circumstances surrounding her death. Nyweide's mother has shared that her daughter struggled with drug use, which may be relevant to the investigation. Sophie Nyweide appeared in films such as Mammoth and An Invisible Sign. "Sophie was a kind and trusting girl. Often this left her open to being taken advantage of by others," Nyweide's family wrote in an obituary. "She wrote and drew voraciously, and much of this art depicts the depth she had, and it also represents the pain she suffered. Many of her writings and artwork are roadmaps of her struggles and traumas." Aside from Mammoth and An Invisible Sign, Nyweide also appeared in films such as Noah, Bella, Margot at the Wedding, and Shadows & Lies. Nyewide also had appeared TV shows like Law & Order and What Would You Do? Nyweide died at the age of 24.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sophie Nyweide's cause of death under investigation: What to know
The Brief Sophie Nyweide, a young actress who appeared in films like "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," has died at age 24, and police are investigating her cause of death. Nyweide died on April 14 in Bennington, Vermont, according to an obituary shared by her family and statements made to The Hollywood Reporter. It remains unclear how Nyweide died. An autopsy is still pending and will include a toxicology report, TMZ reported. Sophie Nyweide, a young actress who appeared in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," has died at age 24, and police in Vermont are investigating her cause of death. Nyweide died on April 14 in Bennington, Vermont, according to an obituary shared by her family and statements made to The Hollywood Reporter. What we know Nyweide's mother, former actress Shelly Gibson, told The Hollywood Reporter that police in Bennington, Vermont, "are investigating" the circumstances around her daughter's cause of death. According to TMZ, citing local police, her body was found on a riverbank not far from a high school in Bennington around 4 a.m. local time, and she was declared dead at the scene. "We're told her body was near a lean-to -- a makeshift structure made from downed trees -- and nothing is being ruled out at this point in terms of a cause of death," TMZ reported, citing the Bennington Police Department. The police are "looking into a range of possible causes, including foul play," TMZ added. Police told TMZ that Nyweide was with a man when she died, and he is cooperating with investigators. TMZ added that the man is not considered a suspect or person of interest. "Police tell us there were other people hanging out with Sophie at the lean-to before her death ... and cops are trying to track them down for interviews," TMZ reported. What we don't know It remains unclear exactly how Nyweide died. An autopsy is still pending and will include a toxicology report, TMZ reported. Dig deeper In a separate statement to TMZ about the death, Gibson said her daughter "was using drugs and was a tiny young woman." She also told TMZ that Nyweide was with other people when she died. "I didn't know them. There is an investigation ongoing," Gibson told the outlet. "The autopsy results are not in. They said it would take 6-8 weeks. So I can't say definitively." The backstory In addition to "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," Nyweide also appeared in films like Noah Baumbach's "Margot at the Wedding," "Shadows & Lies" in Darren Aronofsky's "Noah," starring Russell Crowe. She had a gig on the ABC hidden-camera show "What Would You Do?" in 2015, which was her final onscreen credit, according to the Hollywood Reporter. What they're saying "Sophie was a kind and trusting girl," Nyweide's family wrote in her obituary. "Often this left her open to being taken advantage of by others. She wrote and drew voraciously, and much of this art depicts the depth she had, and it also represents the pain she suffered. Many of her writings and artwork are roadmaps of her struggles and traumas." "Even with those roadmaps, diagnoses and her own revelations, those closest to her, plus therapists, law enforcement officers and others who tried to help her, are heartbroken their efforts couldn't save her from her fate," the obituary continued. "She self-medicated to deal with all the trauma and shame she held inside, and it resulted in her death. She repeatedly said she would 'handle it' on her own and was compelled to reject the treatment that might possibly have saved her life." The Source This story was written based on an obituary published on April 17, 2025, as well as reporting from The Hollywood Reporter and TMZ. It was reported from Cincinnati.
NDTV
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Death Of Former Child Actress Sophie Nyweide Under Investigation For Possible Foul Play
The death of former child actress Sophie Nyweide, known for her role in the 2014 film Noah, is under investigation by police in the US state of Vermont, with authorities not ruling out the possibility of foul play, the New York Post reported. The 24-year-old was found unresponsive on a riverbank in Bennington on April 14 around 4 am, near a local high school, according to US media reports. She was declared dead at the scene. Bennington Police Department officials confirmed to TMZ that the investigation remains open and "will consider a range of possible causes, including foul play." The final autopsy and toxicology reports are still awaited from the Vermont Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Nyweide was reportedly with a man at the time of her death, who is said to be cooperating with police. Authorities have clarified that he is neither a suspect nor a person of interest at this time. Her family confirmed the young actress's passing on Tuesday, sharing an emotional tribute in her online obituary. The note described her as a "kind and trusting girl," who struggled silently with trauma and mental health challenges. "Sophie wrote and drew voraciously... her art and writings were roadmaps of her pain," the obituary said. "She self-medicated to cope with the shame and trauma she carried... and rejected treatment that might have helped her." Sophie Nyweide began her acting career as a child, appearing in Bella (2006) and Margot at the Wedding (2007), as well as an episode of Law & Order. Her mother, Shelly Gibson, was also an actress known for roles in All My Children and St. Elsewhere. "She seemed happiest on a movie set, becoming someone else. It was a safe space for her," the family's statement read. "May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better," the tribute concluded.
