Overview

• Leighton Meester has spoken publicly for the first time about the February death of her Gossip Girl co-star Michelle Trachtenberg, describing the loss as 'devastating.'
• Trachtenberg, who portrayed Georgina Sparks on the hit series, passed away at age 39 due to complications from diabetes mellitus, confirmed as a natural cause by the NYC Medical Examiner in April.
• Meester praised Trachtenberg as a 'wonderful, talented person' and reflected on the lifelong friendships formed during their time on the show.
• She also noted that Gossip Girl’s legacy continues to resonate strongly, even more than during its original run from 2007 to 2012.
• Other cast members, including Blake Lively, Penn Badgley, and Chace Crawford, have shared tributes remembering Trachtenberg’s vibrant personality and impact on their lives.