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Popular Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Dies at 39
Michelle Trachtenberg, the talented actress known for her memorable roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” has passed away at the age of 39. She was found unresponsive in her New York City apartment on February 26, 2025. Authorities have stated that no foul play is suspected.
Born on October 11, 1985, in New York City, Michelle began her acting career at the tender age of three, appearing in commercials. She gained early recognition with roles in “The Adventures of Pete & Pete” and “Harriet the Spy.”
Her portrayal of Dawn Summers, the younger sister of the titular character in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” further solidified her status in Hollywood. Later, she captivated audiences as Georgina Sparks in the popular series “Gossip Girl,” a role she reprised in the 2022 reboot.
In addition to her television success, Michelle showcased her versatility in films such as “EuroTrip,” “Ice Princess,” and “17 Again.” She also earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for hosting the Discovery Kids series “Truth or Scare.”
Reports indicate that Michelle had recently undergone a liver transplant and was facing health challenges.
Friends and colleagues have taken to social media to express their grief and share fond memories. Ed Westwick, her “Gossip Girl” co-star, described her as a “wonderful and caring person.” Rosie O’Donnell and Kim Cattrall also paid heartfelt tributes.
Popular Nigerian skit maker Oluwadolarz has opened up about the challenges he faces due to misconceptions surrounding his stage name.
During a chat on the Open Up podcast, he revealed that some brands hesitate to work with him simply because of his name, assuming it has negative connotations.
Sharing the backstory, he explained that the name “Dolarz” came about in 2010 when he was still a stand-up comedian. He had cracked a joke about the fluctuating value of the dollar, and the nickname stuck.
“People forgot my real name because that joke became my identity. By 2014, I started adding ‘Oluwa is involved’ whenever people called me Dolarz. That’s how ‘Oluwadolarz’ was formed,” he said.
Unfortunately, the name has led to a lot of false assumptions. “Many think I’m a Yahoo boy or involved in shady activities. Brands don’t want to associate with me because of that misconception,” he added.
Born Olamide Ogunleye, Oluwadolarz recently made headlines after his fiancée and baby mama, Ifeluv, publicly announced their breakup, accusing him of infidelity and financial neglect.
Tom Cruise has paid a heartfelt tribute to his late friend and former co-star Val Kilmer, who passed away earlier this week at 65.
Cruise and Kilmer first shared the screen in the 1986 hit Top Gun, where they played rivals-turned-allies, Maverick and Iceman. Decades later, they reunited for Top Gun: Maverick in 2022, a moment fans cherished.
Speaking at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas, Cruise reflected on Kilmer’s impact, calling him a dear friend and praising his contributions to the film industry.
“I deeply admired his work and felt honored when he joined Top Gun and later returned for Top Gun: Maverick,” Cruise said. “He loved movies and gave so much to all of us. Let’s take a moment to remember the amazing times we had with him. I wish him well on his next journey.”
Nigerian Actress Omotunde Adebowale David popularly known as Lolo1 shares her perspective on why Nigerians choose to suffer abroad than stay in Nigeria.
During a recent interview the actress speaks on her thoughts on this topic. The actress highlights the fault and role of the government, she states that the state of the economy has heavily played a role in Nigerians choices. Especially when it comes to relocation to another country.
“I feel bad for Nigerians. I feel bad because, are the facts not glaring? I don’t know much about data, but the data is literally in your face. It shows that we are making the lives of foreign countries easier.”
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