Shocking: “Gossip Girl” actress dies at home at age 39

The passing of this actress is shocking many viewers.

The NY Post reported that actress Michelle Trachtenberg died at the age of 39. Her body was discovered by her biological mother at 8am on February 26 (local time), at Michelle Trachtenberg’s private apartment in a luxury apartment building in Central Park South, Manhattan (USA).

According to information from the police, Michelle Trachtenberg was unconscious, unresponsive and was confirmed dead at the time medical staff treated her. The 911 call also reported a case of a woman in cardiac arrest.

There were no signs of crime at the scene. In addition, last year, this actress underwent a liver transplant and showed signs of organ rejection. She also made fans worried when she appeared pale and weak. Initially, police suspected that Michelle Trachtenberg died of natural causes. However, authorities are still waiting for the forensic report to make a final conclusion on the cause of the actress’s death.

The police have completed the scene investigation, and sent Michelle Trachtenberg’s body for forensic examination.

“We are deeply saddened to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. Michelle’s family would like privacy in the face of this great loss,” said Gary Mantoosh – the late actress’s representative.

Michelle Trachtenberg was a famous child star in Hollywood at one time, with an angelic appearance. She acted in films since she was 10 years old. Michelle Trachtenberg has acted in The Adventures of Pete & Pete, Harriet the Spy, Ice Princess, Buffy the Vampire Slayer… In which, the villainous role of Georgina in the movie Gossip Girl brought Michelle Trachtenberg to stardom, receiving love from the public.

Source: NY Post