Michelle Trachtenberg Death: Gossip Girl`s Ed Westwick, Blake Lively Pay Tribute
Updated on: 27 February, 2025 11:27 AM IST |Shweta Shah
Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39
The entire Hollywood is shocked and heartbroken after learning about Michelle Trachtenberg`s death. The American actress was found unconscious and unresponsive on Wednesday morning and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Manhattan police immediately responded to an emergency call on Wednesday. However, no criminal involvement was suspected in her death. "Criminality is not suspected. The medical examiner will determine the cause of death. The investigation remains ongoing," the NYPD said.
Michelle was best known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Her Gossip Girl co-stars, Blake Lively and Ed Westwick, mourned her death and paid a heartfelt tribute.
Michelle Trachtenberg death: Hollywood pays tribute
Her Gossip Girl co-star Blake took to her Instagram story and wrote some heartwarming things about the late actress as she fondly remembered their time while shooting the infamous drama.
She wrote, "She was electricity. You knew when she entered a room because the vibration changed. Everything she did, she did 200%. She laughed the fullest at someone`s joke, she faced authority head-on when she felt something was wrong, and she cared deeply about her work."
"She was a kind person through and through. Time, and you take for granted the chance to reconnect with an old friend. To paraphrase, the real tragedies in life are the ones that blindside you on an idle Tuesday. Hold those you love and have loved dear. The world lost a deeply sensitive and good person in Michelle. May her work and her huge heart be remembered by those who were lucky enough to experience her fire," the It Ends With Us actress further added.
Blake concluded by writing, "Hold those you love and have loved dear. The world lost a deeply sensitive and good person in Michelle. May her work and her huge heart be remembered by those who were lucky enough to experience her fire."
Earlier, Ed Westwick, who played Chuck Bass in Gossip Girl, expressed his grief and wrote, "It`s been a long time since I`ve seen Michelle, but I remember a talented, sharp, funny, and warm soul. I`m thinking of her and the family. So sad."
Chace Crawford, who played Nate Archibald, also posted on Instagram, "Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it."
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"She was a force of nature and just so, so unapologetically funny and magnetic... remembering those years with a big smile. Just a terrible loss. Love you," he concluded.
More about Michelle Trachtenberg`s death
The 39-year-old actor was found unconscious in her Manhattan apartment early Wednesday morning. The 911 officers who arrived shortly after receiving an emergency call pronounced her dead at around 8:00 am.
While the cause of Michelle`s death is yet to be confirmed, the police suspect no foul play. The medical experts are expected to reveal what exactly happened.
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Michelle Trachtenberg was best known for playing Georgina Sparks, a frenemy to Lively`s Serena van der Woodsen. A rebel and troublemaker of the Upper East Side`s elite, she left an everlasting impact with her exceptional performance.
Radio City extends heartfelt condolences to her friends and family. May her soul rest in peace.
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