5 Best Hayden Panettiere TV Shows, Ranked
Following Hayden Panettiere's tragic death at 36, we're remembering the actress' life and career with a look back at her five best TV roles.
Hayden Panettiere, the acclaimed actress who passed away at 36, left a lasting impact on television with her memorable roles. Millennials recall her rise to fame, starting from her breakthrough as superhuman cheerleader Claire Bennett in NBC's Heroes, a role that earned her Saturn Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress from 2007 to 2010.
Panettiere's acting career began early when she played Sarah Roberts on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live from 1994 to 1997, at the age of five. Her natural charisma and hardworking nature were praised by co-stars who worked with her in the years that followed.
Following her soap opera career, Panettiere landed a role on CBS's Guiding Light as Lizzie Spaulding from 1996 to 2000. She was praised for her professionalism and ability to memorize lines despite heavy directorial changes. She appeared in 45 episodes of the popular show.
Panettiere also had a brief stint on Ally McBeal at the age of 12, playing the character Maddie Harrington, the daughter of the show's main character, Ally McBeal. This role showcased her emotional range and ability to navigate complex emotions, earning her further recognition in the industry.
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