Gossip Girl star Michelle Trachtenberg dies aged 39 after worrying social media post

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Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy The Vampire Slayer, has tragically passed away at the age of 39.The report, citing police sources, stated that the actress was found around 8 a.m.

Wednesday at One Columbus Place, a luxury apartment complex overlooking Central Park South. Her death is not being treated as suspicious and the police said the medical examiner will determine the cause of her death.

A representative for Trachtenberg told the PA news agency: “It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle has passed away.The family requests privacy for their loss.There are no further details at this time.” ABC News sources have suggested that Michelle, who recently underwent a liver transplant, may have been dealing with complications.

In recent months, the award-winning actress, who boasts a following of 800,000 on Instagram, had posted a series of photos in which her dramatic weight loss had sparked concerns among fans.