New York City, New York – After more than a month since the passing of actress Michelle Trachtenberg, her cause of death has been revealed by the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Trachtenberg, known for her roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” passed away in her New York City apartment on February 26th at the age of 39.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner stated that Trachtenberg died of complications of diabetes mellitus, a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar, as confirmed by The Times. The specific complications that led to her death were not disclosed, but officials ruled her death as natural. Trachtenberg’s mother found her in her luxury apartment, as reported by police at the time of her passing.
Following her unexpected death, there was a delay in determining the official cause and manner of Trachtenberg’s death due to her family’s request. For religious reasons, her loved ones objected to an autopsy being performed on the actress, who was believed to be Jewish. Given the absence of any suspicion of foul play surrounding her death, the medical examiner honored the objection.
In the aftermath of Trachtenberg’s death, many of her former co-stars took to social media to pay tribute to the late actress. Stars like Blake Lively and Sarah Michelle Gellar shared touching sentiments and memories of their time working with Trachtenberg. The outpouring of love and remembrance from the entertainment community highlighted the impact Trachtenberg had on those she worked with.
The news of Trachtenberg’s cause of death sheds light on the circumstances surrounding her passing, providing a sense of closure for her fans and loved ones. As her legacy continues to be celebrated through her work in television and film, Trachtenberg’s memory lives on in the hearts of those who knew and admired her.