Hayden Panettiere, 'Heroes' Star, Dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, recognized for portraying a superpowered cheerleader in the TV series 'Heroes', has passed away at the age of 36. Her father, Skip Panettiere, confirmed the tragic news in a statement to ABC News on Sunday, describing her as "an incredible light and a force of nature" who brought happiness to many, including millions of fans. No details regarding the cause of death have been provided, and her publicist has not responded to inquiries. Panettiere, who would have celebrated her 37th birthday this Friday, started her career in commercials and soap operas, achieving fame with 'Heroes' in 2006 and later starring in 'Nashville'. Fans and colleagues have expressed their condolences.
Key facts
- Hayden Panettiere died at age 36.
- Her father, Skip Panettiere, confirmed her death in a statement to ABC News on Sunday.
- No cause of death was announced.
- She was known for roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville'.
- Her role in 'Heroes' in 2006 propelled her to fame.
- She would have turned 37 on Friday.
- She began her career as a child actor in commercials and soap operas.
- The series 'Heroes' featured the mantra 'Save the cheerleader, save the world.'
Entities
Artists
- Hayden Panettiere
- Skip Panettiere
- Jansen Panettiere
- Jennifer Aniston
- Paul Rudd
- Denzel Washington
- Will Patton
- Tim Allen
- Calista Flockhart
- Michelle Trachtenberg
- Zachary Quinto
- Ali Larter
- Milo Ventimiglia
- Connie Britton
- Wladimir Klitschko
Institutions
- ABC News
- ABC
- NBC
- CBS
- CMT
- Forbes
Locations
- Palisades
- New York
- Los Angeles