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Michelle Trachtenberg's Boyfriend Jay Cohen Breaks Silence After Her Death

NEW YORK CITY, JUL 10 – Jay Cohen publicly addressed Michelle Trachtenberg’s death from diabetes complications nearly five months after her passing, highlighting ongoing grief and public support.

  • Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her role in Gossip Girl, passed away on February 26, 2025, at her residence near Columbus Circle in New York City due to complications related to diabetes mellitus.
  • She recently received a liver transplant and had experienced health issues prior to her death, which the Medical Examiner's Office classified as natural.
  • Jay Cohen, her boyfriend and talent agent, publicly spoke of her passing for the first time nearly five months after, while marking 26 years since his kidney transplant.
  • Cohen responded that he would open up about Trachtenberg at a later time and expressed appreciation for the support, emphasizing that his response was sincere. He also acknowledged the widespread love for Michelle, reflecting his continued sorrow.
  • Michelle’s death prompted tributes from friends and co-stars, with implications of shared health struggles between her and Cohen and lasting impact on her community.
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Jay Cohen, the boyfriend of the late Gossip Girl actress Michelle Trachtenberg, is grateful for "everyone who is supporting him during this difficult time." He wrote this in an Instagram post nearly five months after his girlfriend's unexpected death, reports E! News.

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Just Jared broke the news in on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
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