ALBAWABA - Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death has been officially confirmed today.
Michelle Trachtenberg, who unexpectedly passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 39, has officially disclosed her cause of death. The news comes after weeks of speculation and curiosity regarding the circumstances surrounding her passing.
It has been certified by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in New York City that the circumstances surrounding the death of the "Gossip Girl" star were problems related to diabetes. It was determined that the death was natural, putting an end to the dispute that had been surrounding her passing over the past few weeks.
Trachtenberg was discovered dead inside her apartment in Manhattan at approximately 8:00 a.m. on the same day that authorities responded to a 911 call about her whereabouts. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and the police stated that there was no criminal inquiry into her death or circumstances surrounding her passing.
Actress Michelle Trachtenberg (Photo by Michael Tran / AFP)
Initially, the cause of death was considered "undetermined," particularly after her family declined to have an autopsy performed due to religious beliefs. The investigation concluded after evaluating the laboratory test results, which ultimately proved to be accurate.
Nearly a year before her passing, Michelle, who was best known for her role as Georgina Sparks in the popular series "Gossip Girl," had garnered notice after she posted a photo on Instagram that caused her followers to express concern about her altered appearance. In her response, she stated, "That is a humorous fact. This picture shows my face. Without malnutrition, there are no issues. I don't understand why you despise me. The post generated a significant amount of interaction across various social media sites.
NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: (U.S. TABS OUT) Actress Michelle Trachtenberg (Photo by Scott Gries/Getty Images)
In addition to her role in "Gossip Girl," Trachtenberg had a successful career, acting in several famous films. These works included the television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," the well-known children's picture "Harriet the Spy," as well as "Ice Princess" and "17 Again."
It is important to note that the departure of Michelle has left a profound sense of loss in the hearts of her fans as well as her colleagues in the entertainment industry. This is particularly true considering her widespread recognition as one of the most influential stars of the 1990s and early 2000s.
