‘Couldn’t save her’: Former child star dead at 24

The star passed away on April 14, according to an online obituary. A cause of death was not confirmed, but Nyweide’s family spoke candidly about her struggles.

“Sophie was a kind and trusting girl,” the tribute began. “Often this left her open to being taken advantage of by others. She wrote and drew voraciously and much of this art depicts the depth she had and it also represents the pain she suffered. Many of her writings and artwork are roadmaps of her struggles and traumas.”

Nyweide’s first role was in the 2006 romance/drama Bella. A year later, she starred in an episode of Law & Order, followed by...
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