Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Gossip Girl stars remember ‘little sister’ Michelle Trachtenberg: 'Wish I could have helped'

Michelle obviously felt that the reboot would need her as much as it needed Sarah,

the source continued

David Boreanazactor

So very sad...horrible news. RIP and prayers to her and her family."

David Boreanaz, who starred alongside Trachtenberg in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, posted a photo of the actress on his Instagram story, commenting

I loved her very much. She struggled the last few years. I wish I could have helped,

she said, ... according to People

So sad to hear of the passing of Michelle Trachtenberg. Sending prayers."

He wrote

Our first Nick movie star has departed us!! She was my friend and now she rests!! Check on your people!!!

he wrote

Ed Westwickactor

So sad to hear of the passing of @michelletrachtenberg. Sending prayers." ... Michelle was one of a kind. I remember her coming on set for the first time and just absolutely owning it. She was a force of nature and just so, so unapologetically funny and magnetic, remembering those years with a big smile. Just a terrible loss. Love you."

Ed wrote ... Chace Crawford shared

Our hearts are heavy to learn of the passing of Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her beloved roles in ‘Harriet the Spy,’ ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer,’ ’Ice Princess,’ and more. We’re keeping our thoughts with her loved ones during this time."

Gossip Girl showrunners Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage paid their tributes with a statement that read

Kim Cattrallthe City actress

Rest in peace, sweet Michelle. This is heartbreaking. So talented, much too young."

Kim Cattrall, who worked alongside the late actress in Ice Princess, wrote in an Instagram post

My heart is heavy today. We have lost a beautiful soul

he said

I had a really, really terrible time in school,

she admitted in a resurfaced video from a 2010 Talk Stoop with Cat Greenleaf interview

No one ever gave me one and they thought I didn't need the attention

She continued

Michelle Trachtenbergactor

Happy Valentine's Day to the man who sits still long enough for me to paint his face'

Michelle wished Cohen a happy Valentine's Day earlier this month, writing on Instagram

I don't know what I did to deserve her kidney and her gift but I know I live as healthy as possible for my mind and my body to treat [it] with the respect she deserves,

he said in the post

When asked what they wanted for their birthdays prior they asked for me to get healthy,

he wrote, referring to his daughters Rachel and Lili

Michelle Trachtenbergactor

Happy Birthday to the man who puts up with me @jaymcohen

In March last year, Michelle posted a birthday tribute to her boyfriend, writing

Jay Cohenboyfriend

#fireworks are every day with this one !

Cohen first posted Michelle on his social media in July 2021, with the caption

Michelle Trachtenbergactor

It is with great sadness to confirm that Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away. The family requests privacy for their loss. There are no further details at this time,

the statement said

You were someone I looked up to in my childhood. From the beginning of Ice Princess to Gossip girl. I was hoping the news isn't true. But you are so loved. Rest easy Queen. Gone too soon hope it's investigated. My prayers go to her family during this time,

a third Instagram user added

R.I.P Michelle!! Such a talent! Buffy season 5 was my fave & now it's going to be even sadder watching her as Dawn,

one person commented on Wednesday, February 26.

Did you lose a calendar and not realize I’m not 14. I’m 38."

She sarcastically responded to one commenter