Celebrities and colleagues are mourning the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Nashville" and "Heroes."
Key facts
- •Hayden Panettiere died on Sunday at the age of 36.
- •Her father confirmed the passing to ABC News, though no cause of death has been released.
- •Panettiere starred in notable projects including the television series "Nashville" and "Heroes," as well as the film "Custody."
- •Bethany Joy Lenz recalled working with Panettiere as a child at the Screen Gem studio located at 222 E44th St.
- •Melissa Barrera, who co-starred with Panettiere in "Scream 6," paid tribute via social media.
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her performances in "Nashville" and "Heroes," died on Sunday at the age of 36. While a cause of death has not been publicly released, her father confirmed the news to ABC News, describing her as an "incredible light" and a "force of nature."
Tributes from Colleagues and Friends
Viola Davis, who starred alongside Panettiere in the 2016 film "Custody," honored the actress on Instagram, calling her a "gifted" talent and an "old, wise soul." Davis expressed a desire to have seen more of Panettiere's growth, noting that she viewed the actress as a "beautiful Phoenix rising from the ashes." Bethany Joy Lenz, a close friend who worked with Panettiere during their time at Screen Gem studios, shared memories of the actress's early career. Lenz praised Panettiere's intelligence and her deep understanding of human struggle, expressing disbelief at the news and offering condolences to Panettiere's daughter.
Industry Reactions
Other members of the entertainment industry also shared their condolences following the announcement. Melissa Barrera, who worked with Panettiere on "Scream 6," posted a tribute on her Instagram Story. Jay Shetty, who noted that he had recently shared a conversation with Panettiere earlier this year, expressed his shock at the news. Additional tributes came from actress Selma Blair and singer JoJo, both of whom publicly shared their grief. Panettiere’s father requested that the public keep her family and daughter in their thoughts during this time.
Timeline
- 2016Hayden Panettiere starred in the courtroom drama "Custody" alongside Viola Davis and Julius Tennon.
- Earlier this yearJay Shetty shared a conversation with Hayden Panettiere.
- SundayHayden Panettiere died at age 36.
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