Penn Badgley has broken his silence following the sudden death of his Gossip Girl co-star Michelle Trachtenberg. Speaking at the premiere of the final season of You, Badgley described her passing as "surreal" and "saddening," recalling her "joyous, childlike laugh" and "pure heart." Although they hadn't seen each other in over a decade, Badgley expressed fond memories of their time filming Gossip Girl, where Trachtenberg portrayed the cunning Georgina Sparks.
Trachtenberg was found unresponsive in her Manhattan apartment on February 26, 2025, at the age of 39. The New York City Medical Examiner later confirmed that her death resulted from complications related to diabetes mellitus and was ruled as natural.
Fellow cast members have also shared heartfelt tributes. Blake Lively remembered Trachtenberg as "fiercely loyal to her friends and brave for those she loved," adding that she was "big and bold and distinctly herself." Ed Westwick described her as talented and warm, while Chace Crawford recalled her as a magnetic and unapologetically funny force of nature.
Rosie O'Donnell, who co-starred with Trachtenberg in Harriet the Spy, expressed sorrow over the loss, noting that they had reconnected three years prior and that Trachtenberg had been struggling in various ways. O'Donnell lamented not being able to support her more during difficult times.
Michelle Trachtenberg's passing has deeply affected her former colleagues and fans alike, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew and admired her.
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