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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Miami Herald
Puppy was blamed in baby's death, but that's not what happened, NY officials say
A 1-month-old baby found dead at a public housing complex in New York City wasn't killed by her family's 6-week-old puppy as initial reports had suggested, according to officials. 'This is not a fatal dog mauling,' New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner said in a statement to McClatchy News on May 29. The infant, Kiyanna Winfield, was unresponsive when officers found her while responding to a 911 call at the public housing complex in Long Island City, a neighborhood of Queens, the morning of May 27, a New York City Police Department spokesperson confirmed to McClatchy News. Her mother told police that her family's puppy, a German shepherd and pit bull mix, had bitten her daughter's face, according to officials, The Gothamist reported. The woman said she made the discovery when she woke up that morning, next to her baby, officials said, according to the news outlet. Early news reports, citing authorities, said the puppy had attacked and mauled the girl to death, including a May 27 report from WNBC. A few hours after police said baby Kiyanna was found dead, city council member Julie Won expressed condolences to the girl's family, writing in an X post that she 'tragically died after being bitten by her family's dog in the Queensbridge Houses.' Won represents the 26th Council district in Western Queens, where the Queensbridge Houses is located in Long Island City. An autopsy revealed the girl had been bitten by the dog but after she died, the medical examiner's office told the Gothamist. Her cause of death has not been determined as of the afternoon of May 29. 'The cause and manner of death are pending further study and will require additional testing,' the medical examiner's office told McClatchy News. The investigation continues, according to the NYPD. 'There are no arrests at this time,' the NYPD spokesperson said.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Leighton Meester speaks out on death of co-star Michelle Trachtenberg; says, "It's devastating"
Gossip Girl veteran Leighton Meester is grieving over the death of her former co-star and close friend, Michelle Trachtenberg, who unfortunately died earlier this year at 39. Speaking with Flaunt in a emotional interview, Meester, 39, shared their history together and the long-lasting friendships established while creating the legendary teen show. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "It's devastating," Meester said. "She was an incredible, talented woman, and everybody adored her. It's very, very sad for everybody who knew her." The actress, who played the tough and fashion-conscious Blair Waldorf on Gossip Girl, said the news was especially difficult because they were the same age when Trachtenberg passed away. "It really makes you stop and think," she said. Michelle Trachtenberg, who was most famous for playing the troublemaker Georgina Sparks on Gossip Girl and Dawn Summers on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, was discovered dead in a New York City apartment on February 26. The New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner subsequently confirmed that her death was due to complications from diabetes mellitus, and her death was determined to be natural. Meester also accepted the enduring impact of Gossip Girl, remarking, "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 CW series, which broadcast from 2007 to 2012, has had a strong cultural presence, and the tight-knit cast created a connection that has lasted long past the last episode's broadcast. In the wake of confirmation of Trachtenberg's death, there was an outpouring of condolences from some of her former co-stars, including Penn Badgley, Blake Lively, Ed Westwick, and Chace Crawford. Badgley remembered her warmth and her effervescent nature: "What I remember of her is she was incredibly quick to laugh. She was really joyous.". We all have our ups and downs, our lights and shadows, but she had this — I mean, she was mature, but she had this childlike, joyous laugh. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now ' Though Badgley admitted he hadn't seen Trachtenberg in over a decade, he remembered her fondly, describing her as having a 'really pure heart.' Michelle Trachtenberg's sudden passing left a deep footprint on the Gossip Girl household and her admirers worldwide. While the entertainment world keeps rejoicing over her legacy and efforts, those around her, including Meester, remind us of the depth, talent, and light she illuminated in their world. 'Tiger 3': Hollywood actress Michelle Lee talks about the 'epic' towel fight scene with Katrina Kaif; says 'It was definitely a challenge'
Express Tribune
17-04-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
What is diabetes mellitus? Michelle Trachtenberg's death linked to complications from chronic condition
Michelle Trachtenberg, known for roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, died from complications related to diabetes mellitus, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner confirmed on 16 April. Her death has been ruled natural following a toxicology review, according to officials. Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of conditions that impair the body's ability to process blood sugar, or glucose, which is essential for cellular energy and brain function. The Mayo Clinic states that when untreated or poorly managed, diabetes can lead to high blood sugar levels and long-term complications including heart disease, nerve and kidney damage, vision issues, and increased risk of infections. There are different types of diabetes: Type 1, where the body produces little or no insulin; Type 2, where the body cannot use insulin properly; and gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy. Symptoms can include fatigue, weight loss, blurred vision, frequent infections, and the presence of ketones in urine. Trachtenberg, who had reportedly undergone a liver transplant prior to her death, had withdrawn from public life and shared health struggles with close friends. An insider noted that she was "very open with those close to her about having the transplant," though she did not publicly discuss her condition. Her death prompted tributes from former co-stars including Sarah Michelle Gellar and Blake Lively, highlighting the impact she had both on and off screen.
USA Today
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Gossip Girl' star Michelle Trachtenberg died from diabetes complications
'Gossip Girl' star Michelle Trachtenberg died from diabetes complications Show Caption Hide Caption 'Gossip Girl' actress Michelle Trachtenberg dead at 39 Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her role in "Gossip Girl," was found dead in a New York City luxury apartment building by the NYPD. She was 39. Nearly two months after Michelle Trachtenberg's death at 39 years old, officials have issued a ruling on her cause of death. On Wednesday, New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner released a statement announcing the cause and manner of the "Gossip Girl" actor's Feb. 26 death as complications of diabetes mellitus. The manner was determined to be natural. The office previously said in February that the cause and manner were "undetermined." Trachtenberg was found dead in a New York City luxury apartment building at 8 a.m. Feb. 26, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department previously confirmed to USA TODAY. Upon arriving at her unit, officers found a 39-year-old woman unconscious and unresponsive; EMS officials responded to the scene and found the actress dead. Michelle Trachtenberg tributes: Blake Lively, Kenan Thompson, more stars mourn actress The New York City-born star started her career at 3 in television commercials and rose to fame as a child star. She later found success in television and movie roles throughout the aughts and beyond. Trachtenberg was a 2000s TV mainstay with memorable roles in "Gossip Girl," "Harriet the Spy" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." What is diabetes mellitus? There are several categories of diabetes, including Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, Neonatal diabetes and maturity-onset diabetes of the young. Diabetes mellitus, the full name for the disease characterized by inadequate control of glucose levels in a person's blood, affects around 38 million people in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This equates to around one in 10 people, and approximately one in five people do not know they have the chronic illness. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that "occurs when some or all of the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed," Harvard Medical School's website explains. In the absence of insulin, "sugar accumulates in the bloodstream rather than entering the cells" and causes "excessive urination and dehydration" and also causes tissue damage. The CDC estimates that between 5-10% of people with diabetes are diagnosed with Type 1. People of all ages can receive a diagnosis, and there are no known prevention methods. Type 2 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance, meaning cells resist "the normal effect of insulin, which is to drive glucose in the blood into the inside of the cells," per Harvard Health Publishing. This causes glucose to build up in the blood. Type 2 diabetes, which affects around 90-95% of diabetes patients, can also develop at any age. Risk factors for developing Type 2 diabetes include family history, having prediabetes or gestational diabetes, being over the age of 45 and being overweight or having obesity. Contributing: Jay Stahl, USA TODAY
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Michelle Trachtenberg's Cause of Death Revealed Two Months After Her Passing
Two months after her unexpected passing at 39, Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death has been revealed. On Tuesday, April 16, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner confirmed to numerous news sources that Trachtenberg's death was a result of natural causes due to complications of diabetes mellitus. The update comes weeks after the Gossip Girl alum was found unconscious and unresponsive in her New York City apartment on February 26. According to People, first responders came to her home to check on her after a 911 call. At the time, Trachtenberg's cause of death was ruled as 'undetermined' as her family opposed an autopsy being conducted, the New York City Medical Examiner's Office told the publication at the time. Former co-stars like Blake Lively, Chase Crawford, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Rosie O'Donnell quickly took to social media to share tributes to Trachtenberg's life following the news of her passing. However, a friend told People that the actress had 'pulled back from Hollywood' in recent years, and was a 'recluse.' Other sources told People that Trachtenberg secretly struggled with health issues, although she never spoke about her medical conditions publicly. She even clapped back at social media followers who questioned whether she looked well in a January 2024 photo with Gellar. "Fun fact. This is my face," she wrote at the time. "Not malnutrition no problems. Why do you have to hate? Get a calendar." According to People, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress reportedly underwent a liver transplant shortly before her death. "She was really, really sick and open with those in her circle about how much she was struggling," a source told the publication at the time. "She was 'pale, gaunt, very thin, and dealing with health issues." The insider also said that Trachtenberg was battling mental health struggles as she'd been "really, really down emotionally" and had "told friends she was struggling.' Read the original article on InStyle
