Hayden Panettiere’s ‘Heroes’ Dad Slams ‘Predatory’ Paparazzi, ‘Misogynistic’ Media Over Treatment of Her
“She was hunted,” actor Jack Coleman recalls The post Hayden Panettiere’s ‘Heroes’ Dad Slams ‘Predatory’ Paparazzi, ‘Misogynistic’ Media Over Treatment of Her appeared first on TheWrap .
Jack Coleman, who portrayed Hayden Panettiere's father on the show "Heroes" for four seasons, expressed his grief on Instagram after her passing on Wednesday. He shared his heartbreak and described feeling inadequate in trying to articulate his emotions. He revealed their close relationship, with Panettiere calling him "daddio" and him cherishing her beyond his role as her father.
A young actress, Panettiere had already become a star, ranking No. 1 on IMDB Pro by the age of 17. Coleman criticized the media for asking her intrusive questions, particularly regarding her mental state, which he deemed misogynistic. He described the paparazzi as predatory, with photographers at a distance using long lenses to make everyday activities seem threatening.
He remembered Panettiere as a prodigious talent, sensitive to the point where she corrected his description of her emotional responses. Coleman expressed deep sorrow, regret, and anger over her death, describing her as a vulnerable yet extraordinary young woman. He mourned her loss, regretting the suffering she experienced and lamenting the protection she deserved.
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