India, March 6 -- Michelle Trachtenberg faced numerous health issues before her tragic death at 39. In an interview with Us Weekly, a longtime friend of the Gossip Girl star revealed that there was always "something medically wrong" with her whenever they spoke.

In the days leading up to her death, Trachtenberg looked visibly ill, according to multiple sources. But, the Ice Princess star always assured everyone, including her fans, who constantly asked if she was unwell, that she was doing fine.

While Trachtenberg remained tight-lipped about her health issues, "she was very open with those close to her about having the transplant," her friend told the outlet.

However, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star "never went into detail" about the...