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<p>Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor known for roles in series including "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl," has died, according to US media outlets. She was 39 years old.</p>

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor known for roles in series including "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl," has died, according to US media outlets. She was 39 years old.

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'Buffy' actor Michelle Trachtenberg dies at 39: US media

Agence France-Presse

Published February 27, 2025 06:44 AM PHT

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Updated February 27, 2025 08:54 AM PHT

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