Michelle Trachtenberg, the beloved actress known for her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 39. Today, the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner officially confirmed that her death was due to complications from diabetes mellitus, with the manner of death ruled natural.
Trachtenberg had a history of health struggles, including a liver transplant and mobility issues, as recounted by friends. Concerns about her health were noted in her final year through changes in her physical appearance on social media, where she addressed speculation about plastic surgery.
