Childhood star Mara Wilson is paying tribute to late actress Michelle Trachtenberg, who passed away on February 26 at the age of 39. The two had lost touch over the years but became fast friends in their ’90s child acting days.
In her recent essay for Vulture, Wilson remembered Trachtenberg as “nice” and “remarkably intelligent.” Despite her winning qualities, Trachtenberg struggled to be perceived as kind due to her fame. At school, kids would mock her and call her hurtful names, saying she was mean or full of herself.
Wilson recalled a conversation where Trachtenberg broke down in tears, telling her that kids were bullying her and calling her cruel names. Wilson defended Trachtenberg, standing up for her against the negative rumors. The actress’s openness about childhood bullying and challenges with fame has been an inspiration to many.
Stars from Trachtenberg’s projects, including Sarah Michelle Gellar and Blake Lively, publicly mourned her passing. Wilson regrets not being able to reconnect with Trachtenberg before she passed away. Despite their distance, Trachtenberg’s legacy lives on through her courageous optimism and kindness.
Source: https://ew.com/mara-wilson-recalls-michelle-trachtenberg-crying-over-childhood-bullying-harriet-the-slut-11699318