Michelle Trachtenberg’s Weight Gain Sparks Illness Rumors
Michelle Trachtenberg is an American actress and model best known for her role as Dawn Summers in the television series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.”
Trachtenberg started acting at the young age of three, appearing in commercials and animated TV series.
Highlights
- There has been conjecture on whether Michelle Trachtenberg intentionally altered her physique or whether there is a medical explanation.
- Based on her recent remarks on social media, there has been concern about Michelle Trachtenberg’s health and appearance.
- In response to speculations and ignited rumors, Trachtenberg has openly stated that she is in good health and doing well.
One of her most accredited roles is as Nona Mecklenberg in the Adventures of Pete & Pete.
In Harold & Kumar, she played George in Go to White Castle, and in the Game of Thrones pilot episode, she also appeared as Irri, Daenerys Targaryen’s handmaid.
Her career spans over two decades, and she has demonstrated her versatility and talent across various genres.
However, recently, her weight and appearance change have sparked concern among her fans regarding her health. Let’s delve into what we know about it.
Michelle Trachtenberg’s Weight Gain Has Fuelled Speculations About PCOS
According to Eonline.com and usmagazine.com, viewers and fans have noticed the change in Michelle’s appearance and have expressed concerns over it.
Although the change is not significant, her slight weight gain is evident through the recent photos she posted on Instagram.
Regarding physical concerns, a user on Reddit started a discussion post suggesting PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) as a potential explanation for her weight gain.
Y’all. I legit didn’t recognize her
byu/mirpandabear inGossipGirl
On Instagram, several users have also commented on Michelle’s appearance and advised her to “get checked out for hormonal/autoimmune” issues.
One user commented, “Michelle u look sick. R u ok?” to which Trachtenberg replied,
Explain to me how I look sick, Did you lose a calendar and not realize I’m not 14. I’m 38. How sad for you to leave such a comment.
However, some have been open-minded and loved her new look, while others have criticized the changes.
Michelle Trachtenberg Releases A Statement In Response To Illness Rumors
Michelle broke her silence and responded to the questions being raised online.
Trachtenberg has addressed these rumors head-on, slamming the comments about her appearance and assuring her fans that she is “happy and healthy.”
She has also spoken out about the harmful effects of body-shaming and the need to address mental health issues surrounding body image.
She mentioned,
Fun fact. This is my face. Not malnutrition no problems. Why do you have you hate? Get a calendar
#GossipGirl alum Michelle Trachtenberg is responding to fans' concerns over her appearance. Click the link for more on what she had to say: https://t.co/S9Cbmc1uBM pic.twitter.com/THMM2CCyoz
— E! News (@enews) January 22, 2024
It was a good response to all the haters who were complaining about her slight weight gain.
On the other hand, it was also positively intended for her fans, who were genuinely concerned about her health condition and wondered if the modification was directly associated with PCOs.
Thus, her official statement proves that speculations regarding her illness were baseless rumors and she is perfectly healthy, leaving no room for further speculations.
It hints that her weight gain is, perhaps, a typical hormonal change in her body or could be intentional; who knows?
Additional Information
- Michelle Trachtenberg is the granddaughter of German and Russian Jewish immigrants; her grandparents are in Israel. She speaks Russian really well.
- Michelle has an estimated net worth of $7 million as of 2024.
- The actress has two children with Seth Green: Wilhem and Ashley Green.
