Michelle Trachtenberg's Health Struggles Revealed Before Untimely Death at 39

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in "Harriet the Spy" and "Gossip Girl," faced significant health challenges prior to her death at age 39 on February 26 in New York City. A close friend revealed that Trachtenberg experienced "a lot of curveballs" regarding her health, including back issues, bone problems, and falls. Sources indicate she had recently undergone a liver transplant. While the exact cause of liver failure remains undetermined, potential factors include cancer, hepatitis, and excessive alcohol consumption. Although Trachtenberg was open about the transplant with close friends and family, she did not disclose specific details. Eyewitnesses noted she appeared frail in her final days. Trachtenberg had previously addressed concerns about her appearance on social media, denying plastic surgery and asserting her health and happiness. Her family objected to an autopsy for religious reasons, leading to an "undetermined" cause of death.