Michelle Trachtenberg not getting a tribute at the Academy Awards has left fans “disappointed.” Fans were left enraged after the Oscars awards night that took place did not feature a video to honor the star’s legacy. Netizens also rushed to social media to express their dismay about how the late actress was snubbed.
Michelle Trachtenberg was an American actress who died, shockingly, at 39 years old. She was best known for her roles in movies, including the Ice Princess and Euro Trip. She also starred in the famous TV show Gossip Girl.
Some other movies that she worked on were 17 Again, Harriet the Spy, and Mysterious Skin. She also played the role of Dwan Summers in the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The star started out her acting career at a young age by starring in a commercial for Wisk detergent.
The star starred in over 100 commercials throughout her career. Michelle was only 11 years old when she got her big break. The actress played the role of the protagonist in the 1996 film.
Throughout her career, she was nominated for three Saturn Awards and even a Daytime Emmy Award. The late actress won a Young Artist Award for her role in CBS’s Meego.
Fans of the star were infuriated at how the Academy Awards failed to pay tribute to the actress’ career. Trachtenberg had an impressive total of 64 acting credits throughout her acting career. Netizens took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to talk about how disappointed they were.
“Michelle Trachtenberg was not included in the In Memoriam. Feels like a major oversight the week that a 39-year-old who grew up in the industry suddenly died,” a user wrote.
Michelle Trachtenberg acted her entire life. She deserved recognition. She deserves her flowers. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/J0OgalEWHm
— Liv Cawley (@OliviaCawley) March 3, 2025
“It’s shameful that the #Oscars didn’t include Michelle Trachtenberg in their memorial montage of all the actors/actresses who have passed within the year!!” another added.
A third netizen noted how “upsetting” the moment was. “F**k the #Oscars for not including Michelle Trachtenberg and Tony Todd in the memorial tribute,” another fan added while being upset.
Another netizen noted how “disappointing” it was that Michelle’s name was not included in the tribute. “Such a blow to her family,” the user added. The star passed away at her Manhattan apartment on 26 February 2025.
Trachtenberg’s mom was the one who discovered her body. It was later revealed that the actress had been battling multiple health issues before her passing. The 39-year-old reportedly got a liver transplant surgery a few months ago.
michelle trachtenberg has sadly passed away at the age of 39. rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/MQQkoeITKM
— 2000s (@PopCulture2000s) February 26, 2025
Reports suggest that the star started facing complications in the months that followed the surgery. The star had never opened up about her health struggles in the past. A lot is not known about the details of the star’s passing because of her family’s decision.
A spokeswoman for the city’s medical examiner spoke to the New York Post while revealing that Michelle’s family objected to a full report after her death. The autopsy was halted after the star’s family decided against it.
