24-Year-Old Child Actress Sophie Nyweide’s Death Under Investigation by Vermont Authorities; Foul Play Not Ruled Out Yet

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Sophie Nyweide, who gained fame as a child actress in the 2014 movie Noah, tragically passed away at the age of 24. On the morning of April 14, her body was discovered along the banks of a river in Bennington, Vermont. According to reports from American media outlets, she was found close to a nearby high school and was officially declared dead at the location itself.

Investigators are currently looking into her death, and the Bennington Police Department has not dismissed the idea that something untoward may have occurred. The investigation is still ongoing. Officially, they’ve stated that they will explore various potential explanations, including the possibility of misconduct, while they await the conclusion of the autopsy and toxicology tests from the Vermont Chief Medical Examiner’s office.

According to reports, Sophie Nyweide was in the company of a man when she passed away. The police have revealed that this individual is helping them with their ongoing investigation. At present, neither he nor Sophie are considered a suspect or someone of interest in relation to her death.

The exact reason for the demise remains undetermined at this point. The authorities are awaiting laboratory findings to draw any definitive conclusions. As the probe continues, further information concerning the events of that evening has not been disclosed by the police.

It was announced through an online notice that Sophie had passed away, with the tribute stating she was a sweet and trustworthy girl who privately battled personal hardships and mental health issues.

The obituary stated that Sophie was prolific in both writing and drawing, using these outlets as guides through her emotional turmoil. Struggling with the burden of her pain and humiliation, she turned to self-medication for relief. Regrettably, she declined therapies that could have potentially aided her healing process.

In their tribute, the family noted that she appeared most content on film sets, transforming into different characters. They described it as a sanctuary for her. The tribute concluded with the sentiment: “Let’s strive to emulate her short life’s lessons and make improvements in our own lives.

Sophie Nyweide made a debut in acting at a tender age. Some of her initial works include the 2006 movie Bella, Margot at the Wedding from 2007, and an appearance on Law & Order. However, she gained significant popularity for her part in Darren Aronofsky’s biblical drama Noah, which was released in 2014.

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2025-04-24 17:22