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Former Child Actor Sophie Nyweide’s Death Under Police Investigation

The 24-year-old, known for roles in 'Mammoth' and 'Noah,' died on April 14; her family cites self-medication to cope with trauma as a contributing factor.

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Sophie Nyweide during a press conference for the competition movie "Mammoth" at the Berlinale in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009.
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Overview

  • Sophie Nyweide, a former child actress, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 24, with no official cause of death disclosed.
  • Her family revealed in an obituary that she self-medicated to cope with personal trauma and rejected treatment that might have saved her life.
  • Nyweide gained recognition for roles in films like 'Mammoth,' 'Noah,' and 'An Invisible Sign,' and began acting at the age of six.
  • A police investigation into her death is ongoing, though no further details have been released at this time.
  • Her family has requested donations to RAINN, an anti-sexual violence organization, in her memory, highlighting her struggles and advocacy potential.