Michelle Trachtenberg Battled Ongoing Health Issues Before Tragic Passing at 39

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, best known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, faced persistent health challenges before her untimely passing at the age of 39. A close friend of the actress revealed that she had been struggling with various medical conditions for years.

“Michelle was thrown a lot of curveballs with her health, but she did her best not to let it get her down,” the friend shared in an interview with Us Weekly.

Despite maintaining a private stance on her health struggles, Trachtenberg reportedly confided in those close to her about undergoing a liver transplant in the months leading up to her death. “She was very open with those close to her about having the transplant,” the friend stated, though they added that the actress “never went into detail” about the procedure.

Sources close to the Ice Princess star disclosed that she had been visibly unwell in recent times. "The last time I saw her, something felt off," an industry insider remarked. "You could sense something was going on. She was really frail and had been sick for a while."

The late actress reportedly endured a series of health complications, including back and bone issues, and had experienced multiple falls. “She had back issues, and then bone problems, and she also fell a few times,” the friend revealed. “Whenever we spoke, there was something medically wrong.”

While there had been speculation regarding her lifestyle, those close to her emphasized that she was never known for excessive partying. “She did drink, but she did not do so excessively in public,” the friend noted. “She was never the type to party hard. In the end, she was more of a recluse.”

Just days before her passing, Trachtenberg was seen dining with friends at Sartiano’s, a popular restaurant in Soho. An eyewitness at the venue observed that “something seemed off about her.”

Despite her struggles, the actress remained determined to maintain a strong exterior. She frequently reassured fans that she was fine, even when speculation arose about her health.

Michelle Trachtenberg’s passing has left a void in the entertainment industry, with friends, colleagues, and fans mourning the loss of a talented actress whose resilience in the face of adversity was evident throughout her life.