Since Michelle Trachtenberg’s unexpected death, some of her neighbors have shared their memories of her. One even revealed information that suggests something was wrong with the actress before she died.

A tragedy occurred on February 26, 2025, when actress Michelle Trachtenberg passed away at the age of 39. In tribute to her, people who lived near Trachtenberg in her New York City neighborhood have since opened up about their experiences with her.

In the months leading up to her passing, the actress had become a cherished member of her community. This week, she was found dead in her Midtown West Side apartment. Rafael Williams, a resident who lived above Trachtenberg, shared fond memories of the late star.

Recalling his interactions with her, he said, “Michelle always seemed happy, I never noticed anything off about her at all.” Williams continued, clarifying, “I didn’t know her personally, but she always made a point to say ‘Hi’ in the elevator. It’s shocking to me because she didn’t seem to have a problem in the world.”

Expressing concern and sympathy for her loved ones, he concluded, “I just hope her family is OK.”

Ariana Rodriguez, another neighbor, spoke about the relationship Trachtenberg had with her boyfriend, Jay Cohen. Rodriguez described Trachtenberg as “a great neighbor,” adding, “She wasn’t loud, [and] smiled at everyone in the hallways.”

Reflecting on her interactions with the couple, she said, “I saw her with her boyfriend a few times and they were always walking either hand-in-hand or with his arm around her.”

However, Rodriguez also noted a concerning change she had observed, mentioning how “svelte” Trachtenberg had become. She remarked that the actress looked, “less and less like herself in the last few months.”

Reflecting on the impact of Trachtenberg’s death, Rodriguez expressed her sorrow, saying, “I’m so sad that I won’t be seeing her anymore in the building. She always said ‘Hi’ to me.”

Trachtenberg’s passing has left a void in her community, with neighbors reflecting on the warmth she brought to everyday interactions. As they share their memories, questions remain about the circumstances leading up to her tragic death.