Who was Michelle Trachtenberg? ‘Gossip Girl’ actor dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, best known for her role as Georgina Sparks on ‘Gossip Girl,’ has passed away at the age of 39, according to the New York Post. She was found dead at her New York City apartment at One Columbus Place just after 8 a.m. on Wednesday by her mother, as reported by ABC News, citing police sources. The report also revealed that Trachtenberg had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have faced complications. While her death is believed to be from natural causes, an autopsy has yet to be conducted, and no foul play is suspected.

Michelle Trachtenberg, who played Georgina Sparks on ‘Gossip Girl,’ has passed away at the age of 39.(Instagram/ Michelle Trachtenberg)

Michelle Trachtenberg began her career at just 3 years old, playing Nona Mecklenberg on the Nickelodeon series ‘The Adventures of Pete & Pete.' She went on to star as the title character in the 1996 film ‘Harriet the Spy.’ Trachtenberg gained widespread fame for her roles in the TV series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and ‘Gossip Girl.’