‘Buffy,’ ‘Ice Princess’ Star Michelle Trachtenberg Dies at 39

Two girls stand back-to-back; one holding books, the other in an ice skating outfit. Text reads: "Walt Disney Pictures Presents Ice Princess" starring Michelle Trachtenberg. A snowy cityscape graces the background.

Michelle Trachtenberg has passed away at the age of 39. She is best known for her childhood acting roles, including Disney’s “Ice Princess.” Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Passes Away Police sources told ABC News that Trachtenberg was found dead by her mother in her New York City apartment just after 8 a.m. local time on Wednesday. … Read more

‘Harry Potter’ Professor McGonagall Actress Dame Maggie Smith Passes Away at 89

An elderly woman in a dark robe holds a wand in a room with stone walls and large windows, reminiscent of Professor McGonagall's presence in the Harry Potter series, famously portrayed by Dame Maggie Smith.

Actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for her role as Professor McGonagall in the “Harry Potter” films and Violet Crawley in “Downton Abbey,” has passed away. She was 89 years old. Dame Maggie Smith Passes Away According to Deadline, Smith’s passing was confirmed by her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin. In a statement to UK … Read more