Rosie O’Donnell Says Michelle Trachtenberg Was in "Pretty Bad Shape" During Final Years Before Death
O'Donnell said she tried to help Trachtenberg before her death and said Trump still holds a grudge after 20 years.
- On Thursday, comedian and former talk show host Rosie O'Donnell reflected on her final interactions with late Harriet the Spy co-star Michelle Trachtenberg in a Variety interview, describing the actor as being in "pretty bad shape" during her final years.
- O'Donnell alleged Trachtenberg, who died of diabetes complications on February 26, 2025, struggled with addiction in her final years; the actor frequently missed planned meetings, leaving O'Donnell concerned as she became "inaccessible toward the end."
- Comparing the situation to Whitney Houston's struggle, O'Donnell admitted she wishes she "could have done more" for the actor, noting her own daughter, Chelsea, is currently incarcerated while overcoming drug-related challenges.
- The interview also touched on O'Donnell's long-running feud with President Donald Trump, who recently posted a "bizarre AI video" of her and has threatened to revoke her U.S. citizenship, prompting her move to Ireland.
- Opening July 22 at the Daryl Roth Theatre, the one-woman show Common Knowledge marks O'Donnell's return to the New York stage, where she shares anecdotes about her child, Clay, and her recent life experiences.
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In an interview with Variety, Rosie O’Donnell spoke of the death of her friend and former cast partner Michelle Trachtenberg
Rosie O'Donnell says Michelle Trachtenberg was 'in pretty bad shape' before she died
Rosie O’Donnell and Michelle Trachtenberg during “Harriet the Spy” New York City Benefit Premiere for Girls Inc. at Sony State Theater in New York City, New York, United States.
Rosie O'Donnell Says She Wishes She Could Have Helped Michelle Trachtenberg More
Rosie O'Donnell has opened up about the final years of Michelle Trachtenberg's life, describing her former Harriet the Spy co-star's death as 'a tragedy' and revealing she wishes she had been able to help her more before she died. The 64-year-old comedian reflected on her long friendship with Trachtenberg, who died in February 2025 at the age of 39. O'Donnell said she remained in contact with her former co-star for many years but found it increa…
Rosie O’Donnell shares devastating details about Michelle Trachtenberg's tragic death
Rosie O’Donnell shares devastating details about Michelle Trachtenberg's tragic deathRosie O’Donnell is reflecting on the tragic death of her Harriet the Spy co-star Michelle Trachtenberg.In a new interview with Variety, the 64-year-old TV host claimed that Michelle struggled with...
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