Michelle Trachtenberg, popular for her performances in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl died at 39. The actress was discovered unresponsive in her New York City apartment on Wednesday morning with no crime suspected. The New York Police Department answered a 911 call and paramedics verified her death on the scene. The New York Medical Examiner is investigating the cause of death.
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Michelle Trachtenberg Career
Trachtenberg started her career as a child star by playing the character of Harriet in the 1996 movie Harriet the Spy. Later, she became very popular for her role as Dawn Summers in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which she played from 2000 to 2003. Her depiction of the independent and willful Dawn secured her a position in the hearts of the audience.
She also appeared in Gossip Girl as Georgina Sparks, one of the show’s popular frenemies and acted in 28 episodes from 2008 to 2012. Her acting was applauded for adding complexity to the character, transforming her from a season-long villain to a fan favorite.
Blake Lively and Kim Cattrall, her co-stars posted sentimental tributes recalling Michelle as a kind soul, a committed professional and an amazing performer. Fans and peers alike grieve the loss of a brilliant actress who had touched so many lives.
