Heroes, Nashville actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36

Hayden Panettiere, an American actress known for her roles in TV shows "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at the age of 36. According to her father, Skip Panettiere, she was a remarkable person who brought joy to many people.

Her father was quoted by ABC news as saying 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. He urged for privacy and the cause of her death has not been disclosed.

Panettiere began her career as a child actor, featuring in commercials and soap operas, and gained widespread recognition as the voice of Dot in Pixar's 1998 animated film "A Bug's Life." She also starred in several films, including the "Scream" franchise, "Bring It On: All Or Nothing," "I Love You Beth Cooper," and "Remember the Titans."

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