Sophie Nyweide, a lovely young actress known for her work in Mammoth and Noah, has been taken from us far too soon. She was just 24 years old. Nyweide was raised in Burlington, Vermont. She divided her time between her hometown and New York City, pursuing her acting dreams, but still training intensively in snowboarding competition.
From the earliest age of five, Nyweide proved her grit and skill from the start as a young snowboarder. She threw herself into athletics. This drive ignited her passion for acting, leading her to earn her first breakout role in the 2009 romance drama “Mammoth,” where she would act alongside major actors Gael García Bernal and Michelle Williams. Her last leading role on film was in “Noah” alongside heavyweight talents Russell Crowe and Emma Watson.
Though near the peak of her professional accomplishments, Nyweide was nonetheless plagued by personal turmoil for much of her life. In other remembrances, she was painted as a deeply creative spirit and trusting soul who felt most at peace on movie sets.
“She seemed happiest on a movie set, becoming someone else. It was a safe place for her and she relished from the casts and crews who nourished her talent and her well-being.” – obituary
Nyweide’s passion for learning extended beyond acting. She loved embracing new cultures and languages through her travels, deepening her appreciation for the world around her.
Besides being an actress, Nyweide was a lot of things — a treasured daughter, granddaughter, sister, friend, and recently, an aunt. Her family and friends will forever remember her for her creative spirit, adventurous heart, and positivity that she shared to every person that was blessed to know her.
“May it not be in vain. May we all learn from her brief life on earth and do better. Yes, we must all protect our children and do better.” – obituary
Her death creates a deep emptiness in the lives of all who surrounded her and loved her. Her death leaves a profound void in the creative community, as we all recognize the loss of what her future contributions might have been.