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Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Dies at 39 Autopsy Underway |
New York, Feb. 26, 2025 – Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, best known for her roles in Harriet the Spy and Gossip Girl, has been confirmed dead at the age of 39. According to police sources, Trachtenberg was found deceased in her New York City apartment near Columbus Circle early Wednesday morning. Her mother discovered the body just after 8 a.m.
Authorities report that Trachtenberg had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have been experiencing complications related to the procedure. At this time, her death is not believed to be suspicious, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the precise cause and manner of death.
This is a developing story, and further details will be provided as the investigation continues.
Sources: ABC News; 6ABC Philadelphia; New York Post