Sophie Nyweide, former child actor, died in Vermont

Former child actor Sophie Nyweide, known for roles in "Mammoth," "Noah," and "Bella," has died at the age of 24. Her family announced her passing, expressing grief and highlighting her creative spirit. Nyweide's death, which occurred on April 14th in Vermont, is being investigated as a possible unintentional overdose by the Bennington Police Department. The family's obituary alluded to undisclosed trauma and self-medication as contributing factors. Nyweide's career included film and television roles, starting in 2006. She was also reportedly in the early stages of pregnancy. The family has requested donations to RAINN in her memory.