Hayden Panettiere Dies: “Heroes,’ ‘Nashville’ & ‘Scream’ Star Was 36
Hayden Panettiere, who is best known for playing the superpowered cheerleader on NBC’s Heroes, has died at the age of 36. Her rep confirmed the news to Deadline. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought […]
Hayden Panettiere, an American actress, has died at the age of 36. Her representative confirmed the news to ABC News. According to her father, Skip Panettiere, she was "an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen."
Panettiere was known for her roles in several TV shows and films, including NBC's "Heroes," where she played Claire Bennet, a high school cheerleader with regenerative powers. She also starred in ABC's "Nashville" as Juliette Barnes, an aspiring country singer. Her film credits include "Remember the Titans," "Scream 4," and "Scream VI."
Her father has asked for privacy as the family takes time to process the loss. A cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
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