Blake Lively grieved her “Gossip Girl” co-star Michelle Trachtenberg on Instagram after her sudden death Wednesday at 39. The actress posted a throwback photo, calling Trachtenberg electric and fiercely loyal. Trachtenberg died in her NYC apartment from cardiac arrest, tied to a recent liver transplant, sources say.
Lively’s Tearful Tribute
Lively, 37, remembered their first meeting, saying Trachtenberg lit up any room she entered. She laughed big, stood up to wrongs, and poured her all into work, Lively wrote. The “It Ends With Us” star praised her friend’s huge heart and sweet quirks, like caramel lipgloss.
She called Trachtenberg’s loss a blindsiding tragedy, wishing they’d had more time. Lively ended by hoping her fire lives on in memory. For fans, it’s a gut punch from a tight “Gossip Girl” bond.
Trachtenberg’s Final Days
First responders found Trachtenberg unconscious Wednesday morning, declaring her dead on-site. The “Buffy” star’s official cause awaits confirmation, but a liver transplant within the year hints at health woes. Posts on X mourn her, echoing Lively’s shock at the sudden exit.
Lively noted Trachtenberg’s loyalty, seen when she dodged questions about Lively’s Justin Baldoni drama. In January, Trachtenberg brushed off a fan’s nudge on Instagram, focusing on real-world issues like LA wildfires. She stayed true to her circle, insiders say.
The “Ice Princess” actress fought back against appearance jabs last year, insisting she was healthy. Her death leaves co-stars like Penn Badgley reeling, with tributes flooding in. For now, her legacy shines through Lively’s words and their shared screen past.
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