A tribute began pouring on Wednesday from former Michelle Tratchtenberg co-stars after news of her death broke.
The actress was only 39 years old.
Rosie O'donnell, who starred in Trachtenberg in 1996's “Harriet The Spy,” was called “heartbreaking” in a statement from Fox News Digital.
“I loved her very much,” she said. “She's had a hard time with me over the last few years. I wish she could help me.”
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After news of Michelle Tratchtenberg's death was destroyed on Wednesday, former co-stars like Rosie O'Donnell and Melissa Gilbert and Melissa Gilbert began to pay tribute. (Getty Images)
Melissa Gilbert wrote a photo on her Instagram for the 1996 film “Holiday for Love” and wrote, “Oh Michy…and we lived so close to each other…. My heart is for your family and everyone who loves you… @Michelletrachtenberg #Ripsweetgirl”
Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, creators of the teen drama Gossip Girl, told NBC News that they were “deeply saddened by the news of Michelle's passing.”
“Michelle was very interesting, kind and talented. Her portrayal of Georginas Parks was an iconic fan favorite, growing from a villain in one season to a beloved character who returned between six seasons,” they said. “She was happy on the set and will be deeply overlooked. Our thoughts are with her family.”
Ed Westwick, starring alongside Trachtenberg, portrayed in “Gossip Girl,” paid tribute to his Instagram story. (Ed Westwick/Instagram)
Ed Westwick, who starred with Trachtenberg in “Gossip Girl,” wrote in his Instagram story, “I'm so sad to hear that @michelletrachtenberg is sending prayers.” He added prayers and heart emojis.
Cast of 2010 Michelle Tratchtenberg, Ed Westwick and “Gossip Girl.” (Jamie McCarthy/Wire Image)
David Boreanaz, who starred with Trachtenberg in Sarah Michel Guerard's “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” wrote his Instagram story “So Sad… Scary News,” along with a photo of Trachtenberg. “A rift and prayer for her and her family.”
James Masters shared a photo of them on his Instagram, writing that his “heart is heavy today.”
Michelle Trutchenberg and Rosie O'Donnell premiere in 1996's Harriet the Spy. (Longalella/Longalella Collection by Getty Images)
“We have lost our beautiful souls,” Marster wrote. “Michelle was intensely intelligent, how funny, and extremely talented. She died so young, leaving behind many people who know and love her.
“My heart is a good person and suffers from the greatest losses that anyone can endure. I hope that I can give everyone a space to heal during this most difficult time, God Speed Michelle.
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Kim Cattrall, the star of Sex and the City who played Trachtenberg's figure skating coach in the 2005 film “Ice Princess,” shares photos from the Instagram film and writes “Rest in Peace Sweet Michelle” along with a wounded heart emoji.
To X, she said, “This is heartbreaking. She's very talented and too young.
Trachtenberg was found dead in an apartment in New York City on Wednesday, Fox News Digital confirmed. Trachtenberg is here at the 2017 Instyle Awards. (Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Instyle)
Kenan Thompson, a cast member of “Saturday Night Live,” shared the video on Instagram for the Nickelodeon event in the 1990s.
“Our first Nick movie star has left us!!” he wrote. “She was my friend and now she's resting!! Check your people!!!” He added prayers and heart emojis.
Authorities discovered that Trachtenberg was portrayed in Elysium's 13th Annual Celebration, 2020 Heaven after answering a 911 call around 8am. (Leon Bennett/Wire Image)
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Mara Wilson, a child star of “Mrs. Dowkfire,” called Trachtenberg “a childhood friend,” adding that she “has “broken heart.”
“Your memory will be a blessing, Michelle,” she added, along with a photo of Trachtenberg.
Melissa Joan Hart shared her video of the guest starring part of Tratchtenberg, “Clarissa Explains It All.”
“I'm heartbroken to hear of @michelletrachtenberg's passing!!” the 48-year-old actress wrote. “So young, so talented, so sweet! There's a fun scene from when she was in #clarissaexplainsitall. This was 1992 and I think the episode was an idea about babysitting a complete nightmare.
“Harriet the Spy” star J. Smith Cameron is “very excited” about her “first lead film role” in the 1996 film, said Trachtenberg of People magazine.
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“Her natural, creepy nature caught in dizziness as she tried to learn how to handle everything that comes with it,” said Smith-Cameron, who played Trachtenberg's mother. “She was a very attractive little girl. A few years later, we found each other on social media and connected easily. She was always very warm to me.
“Glee” star Chris Colfer wrote on his Instagram:
Trachtenberg was found dead in an apartment in New York City on Wednesday, Fox News Digital confirmed.
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According to the New York Police Department, authorities answered the 911 call and then answered the 911 call before Trachtenberg was found at home at home. Trachtenberg's death has not been investigated as suspicious, and the cause of death will be determined by a medical inspector.
Police sources said ABC7 Trachtenberg had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have experienced complications.
Representatives of Trachtenberg also confirmed the death of the actress.
“Families are demanding privacy for their losses,” Gary Mantouche told Fox News Digital. “There are no further details at this time.”
Lori Bashian, Lauryn Overhultz and Tracy Wright of Fox News Digital contributed to this report.
