Michelle Trachtenberg was embarking on a new path as a screenwriter before her death at the age of 39. The actress was on the verge of closing a deal on a screenplay she'd written based on the book Toy Monster: The Big,

Before her death at 39, Michelle Trachtenberg wrote a screenplay titled, 'Toy Monster.' Producer Casey Tebo exclusively tells PEOPLE that studio executives struggled to see the late actress for anything beyond her iconic television roles,

This article contains mention of death. Michelle Trachtenberg, popularly known for her role as Georgina Sparkles in Gossip Girl, was found dead at her New York apartment at the age of 39. Before the actress’ passing away,