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

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor best known for her roles on 'Buffy the Vampire' Slayer' and ‘Gossip Girl,’ has died at the age of 39, as reported by the New York Post. Born in New York City in 1985 to Michael Trachtenberg and Lana Trachtenberg, Michelle Trachtenberg began her career at a young age, landing the role of Nona Mecklenberg on the popular Nickelodeon series ‘The Adventures of Pete & Pete’ when she was just 3 years old. She later starred as the title character in the 1996 film ‘Harriet the Spy.’ Trachtenberg went on to appear in films such as ‘EuroTrip,’ ‘Ice Princess,’ and ‘17 Again.’ She then gained widespread fame for her roles in the iconic TV series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and ‘Gossip Girl.’ Michelle Trachtenberg's Recent Instagram Post - Michelle Trachtenberg’s recent photos sparked health concerns among some fans. A few hours later, Trachtenberg posted another photo, writing, “I’ve received several comments recently about my appearance.