Remembering Hayden Panettiere: From ‘Heroes’ to ‘Nashville’ to ‘Scream,’ 12 of Her Standout Roles

Skip to main content Home TV TV Features The actress died Sunday at age 36. August 17, 2026 11:38am Published on August 17, 2026 Hayden Panettiere in (from left) 'Heroes,' 'Nashville' and 'Scream VI' Courtesy Everett Collection News of Hayden Panettiere’s death shocked Hollywood — and the rest of the world — on Sunday. While the cause of death is unknown, it’s understood that an investigation is under way. The actress was 36 at the time of her death. As fans flock to social media to pay tribute to the actress, The Hollywood Reporter has rounded up a list of her most memorable roles, from her early beginnings as a child actor on soap operas to her critically acclaimed performances in Heroes and Nashville. One Life to Live (1994-97), Guiding Light (1996-2000) Image Credit: Lorenzo Bevilaqua