On February 26, the tragic news broke that actress Michelle Trachtenberg had passed away.
Michelle Trachtenberg was reportedly in talks for the Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival before her death.
The actress — who played Sarah Michelle Gellar’s titular character’s sister Dawn Summers in the classic show — was found dead in her apartment this week, aged 39. Police sources told ABCNews she died of natural causes after a liver transplant.
A source told DailyMail.com: “Michelle Trachtenberg was in talks to return to Buffy the reboot and she was incredibly hopeful about it.”
Trachtenberg joined the series for its fifth season as Dawn Summers, and she remained on the show until its conclusion with season seven in 2003.
Michelle Trachtenberg joined the series for its fifth season and she remained on the show until season seven in 2003.
An insider says the reboot is still in early stages, but it will feel Trachtenberg's void.
The studio behind the upcoming Buffy reboot, 20th Television, shared in a statement to People magazine: “Michelle touched a generation of television fans throughout her career, including in her unforgettable role as the independent and strong-willed Dawn Summers in Buffy”.
“She brought depth, heart, and authenticity to every performance and will be remembered for her remarkable talent.
“Our sincere condolences go out to her family and friends — she will be deeply missed.”
