AceShowbiz - Shortly after news broke out that former child star Sophie Nyweide died at 24, revelations about her circumstances emerged. According to multiple reports, the actress was pregnant at the time of her death.

Nyweide's body was discovered along the banks of the Roaring Branch River in Bennington, Vermont, on April 14. First responders pronounced her dead at the scene after an individual who was with her called 911 for assistance.

While the exact cause of death remains under investigation, Bennington police are exploring various possibilities, including an "unintentional overdose" and the potential for foul play. Vermont's Office of Chief Medical Examiner has yet to release the final autopsy and toxicology results, which are expected to take six to eight weeks.

Nyweide's troubled past was marked by a charge for felony Fentanyl trafficking in November and a previous guilty plea for narcotic possession.

Sophie Nyweide is daughter of Shelly Gibson, a former actress known for her roles in "All My Children" and "St. Elsewhere." She first gained acclaim for her role in Alejandro Gómez Monteverde's 2006 drama "Bella."

She continued to shine in Hollywood with notable performances in films such as "Mammoth" and "Noah," as well as appearances on television, including a 2007 episode of "Law & Order."

Despite her promising career, Sophie struggled with personal demons, as noted by her family in a now-deleted obituary. The obituary highlighted her trusting nature, which often led to her being exploited, and her self-medication to cope with trauma and shame.

The tribute poignantly reads, "Even with those roadmaps, diagnoses, and her own revelations, those closest to her, plus therapists, law enforcement officers and others who tried to help her are heartbroken their efforts couldn't save her from her fate." It adds, "She repeatedly said she would 'handle it' on her own and was compelled to reject the treatment that might possibly have saved her life."

Sophie Nyweide's untimely death serves as a somber reminder of the mental health struggles and vulnerabilities faced by young talents in the entertainment industry.