United Kingdom, July 11 -- Michelle Trachtenberg's boyfriend Jay Cohen has broken his silence following her death.

The Gossip Girl actress tragically passed away aged 39 in February from complications of diabetes and her partner has been grateful for the support of those close to him as he spoke out on the grief he has experienced.

Jay wrote on his Instagram page, which is private: "I am so grateful to all of you are in my life sharing our common joys, helping me with tragedies and healing from pain and grief.

"I'm sure many of you know what I mean when I write that."

Jay told a user who commented on the post that he would share more about the star "one day soon".

He added: "Michelle was loved by so many."

Michelle portrayed the tro...