Former child actress Sophie Nyweide was pregnant at time of death, says report

he entertainment world is reeling from the tragic loss of , a former child actress known for roles in and , who on April 14. According to her death certificate, obtained by multiple outlets on April 23, , adding a heart-wrenching layer to an already devastating story. Found unresponsive in a wooded area along the Roaring Branch River in Bennington, Vermont, her sudden passing has sparked grief and questions, with police investigating a possible while not ruling out foul play.

Nyweide, born in Burlington, Vermont, began acting at age six, starring in (2006) and later appearing in (2014) with . " ," her family wrote in an obituary, noting her passion for acting, inherited unknowingly from her mother, former actress . A source told People that Nyweide appeared to be in the early stages of pregnancy, though details remain unclear.



Sophie Nyweide's death: Pregnant, possible overdose probed Her family's obituary painted a picture of a " " whose openness left her vulnerable. " ," they shared, revealing Nyweide's struggles with trauma and shame. They added that she " " and often rejected treatment, saying she'd " " alone, a choice that " " Her mother told TMZ, " " Bennington Police responded to a 911 call at 4:10 a.

m. on April 14, finding Nyweide near a makeshift lean-to with an unnamed man who is cooperating but not a suspect. " ," Chief Paul Doucette told , awaiting autopsy and toxicology results .

Nyweide's mother acknowledged her daughter's drug use, describing her as a " " who was with others at the time of death. In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations to RAINN, the anti-sexual violence organization, hinting at Nyweide's personal battles. Her obituary called her " ," urging others to " .

" Fans on X have shared tributes, mourning the loss of a talent whose art and struggles left a lasting mark..