Former child star Sophie Nyweide's death certificate adds to devastation amid ongoing investigation

Sophie Nyweide was pregnant at time of death, new details revealed amid ongoing investigation.

Sophie Nyweide, the 24-year-old former child actress known for her roles in Mammoth and An Invisible Sign, passed away on April 14 in Bennington, Vermont, under tragic and mysterious circumstances. While an autopsy has been conducted, the exact cause of her death remains uncertain, though authorities are investigating the possibility of an accidental drug overdose.

A recent development has added another layer of heartbreak to the already devastating story. According to the death certificate obtained by TMZ, Nyweide was pregnant at the time of her passing. This revelation has shocked her family and fans alike, as they process the tragic loss of the young actress who had struggled with personal challenges in recent years.

Nyweide's mother, Shelly Gibson, discussed her daughter's battles with addiction and past trauma. She revealed in interviews that Sophie had been using drugs for some time and had attended multiple treatment centers during her youth. Gibson speculates that an accidental overdose may have contributed to Nyweide’s untimely death, but she had no confirmation until toxicology reports are complete. “I am aware she was using drugs. She had been for quite a while,” Gibson shared.

Police in Bennington have not ruled out foul play, and the investigation continues. Nyweide's body was found near a high school, and authorities revealed that a man was present at the time of her death. The man is cooperating with the investigation, though he is not considered a suspect.

The news of Nyweide's pregnancy, along with the ongoing investigation, has left her family in mourning. Shelly Gibson fondly recalled her daughter as an adventurous spirit, a talented young actress, and a kind-hearted person who faced her struggles privately. "Her life was a lot more than just those few years of doing movies," Gibson said. Despite the challenges, Nyweide's family continues to honor her memory, encouraging donations to RAINN, a charity dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence, which Nyweide’s mother has supported for years.