Hayden Panettiere, US actor and star of 'Heroes', dies at 36

Panettiere, who would have turned 37 on Friday, is survived by her daughter, whom she shared with former professional boxer Wladimir Klitschko.

Panettiere was best known for her role as cheerleader Claire Bennet in Heroes and country singer Juliette Barnes in Nashville. Stars of cinema and TV, and Hayden Panettiere's fans, have been paying tribute to the actress, who died aged 36. The cause of her death remains unknown for the time being.

Hayden Panettiere has died. The actress, who was best known for roles in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream movies, was 36.

A representative for the US actress, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, confirmed her death aged 36 on Monday.

A representative for the US actress, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, confirmed her death aged 36 on Monday.

A devastated Selma Blair has paid tribute to Hayden Panettiere following her death at age 36 – writing in one post: “I’m dying, Please be here.”

The Nashville star has died at the age of 36.09:00, 17 Aug 2026Friends, family and fans of actress Hayden Panettiere have been left heartbroken this morning (August 17) as it has been confirmed that the Nashville star has died at the age of 36. Since the announcement, countless fans and friends have flooded her social

She starred in the TV shows Heroes and Nashville plus films Remember the Titans and Raising Helen.

Aug. 17, 2026, 3:48 AM EDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died. She was 36. Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News on Sunday. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing

Hayden Panettiere, an actress who launched her career as a child and who later starred in "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died, her representative confirmed to ABC News. She was 36 years old."It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her father, Skip Panettiere, said in a statem

Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her family confirmed in a statement, just months after she came out as bisexual in her memoir. The actor’s death was announced on Sunday (16 August) via a statement from her father. No cause of death has been given at this time. In the statement,…

Hayden Panettiere, star of several popular television series including 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' and later an award-winning country music singer, was announced dead by her father, in a statement to ABC News on Sunday.

Hayden Panettiere, star of several popular television series including 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' and later an award-winning country music singer, was announced dead by her father, in a statement to ABC News on Sunday.

Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36

The American actress, who began her career as a child and later became known for roles in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, has died.

US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36

HOLLYWOOD celebrities have paid tribute to actress Hayden Panettiere, who has tragically died at the age of 36. The Heroes star's father confirmed her passing on Sunday, with police reportedly probing an "incident" involving the mum of one. After her dad Skip opened up on "this unimaginable loss", famous faces were qui

Hayden Panettiere's co-stars speak out following news of actress's death at age 36: 'Such devastating news!'  GB News

No cause of death has been confirmed

US actress Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36.

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US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36. A representative for the actress confirmed the death, saying her family would remember her as an “incredible light” who brought “immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her”. The statement from her father Skip read: “It

Hayden Panettiere, ‘Heroes,’ ‘Nashville’ And ‘Scream’ Star, Dies At 36  Forbes

In briefPanettiere shot to fame as cheerleader Claire Bennet in the popular 2006 series Heroes.The actor's father said in a statement she had brought "immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her".Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including Heroes and Nashville, has died. She was 36.Panettiere’s fat

Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died at 36. Details surrounding Hayden Panettiere’s death are under investi

Hayden Panettiere, the former child actress who grew up onscreen before our very eyes, passed away Sunday at the age of 36. She died five days before her 37th birthday. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden,” her father Alan said in a statement. “She was an…

Home / EntertainmentMitchell HagemanMultimedia Journalist·NZ Herald·17 Aug, 2026 06:02 AM4 mins to read‌The American actress has died.Actor, singer, and former child star Hayden Panettiere has died aged 36, leaving a legacy of memorable movie and TV moments.The New York-born actor made her on-screen debut at 11 months

Heroes and Nashville actress Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36  ITVX

Hayden Panettiere (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) nashville No cause of death has been announced. US ACTRESS HAYDEN Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36. A representative for the actress confirmed the death to US network ABC on Sunday, saying her family would remember her

Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.

The actress leaves behind a daughter, Kaya. Her family has asked for privacy as they process their loss.

"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 on screen," her representative told ABC News.

American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV shows such as Nashville and Heroes, has died at the age ⁠of 36, US media outlets reported, citing a statement from her father.

US actress had recently released a memoir in which she opened up about her experiences with postpartum depression and addiction

Panettiere released her memoirs this year where she discussed experiences with postpartum depression, addiction and recovery

US actress Hayden Panettiere, who was best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36, her family has confirmed

Hollywood actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for Heroes and Nashville, has died at 36, according to US media. She was the former fiancée of Ukrainian boxing legend Wladimir Klitschko, with whom she shared a daughter. Her family has not disclosed the cause of death.

Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including Heroes and Nashville, has died. She was 36. Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actress’ death in a statement provided to ABC News on Sunday. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible lig

NewsWorld NewsWorld newsHayden Panetteiere was the star of Heroes and NashvillePress Association and Benjamin Blosse06:01, 17 Aug 2026Updated 06:03, 17 Aug 2026US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36.‌A representative for the actress confirmed the death to US net

No cause of death was immediately available

Aug 16 - American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV shows such as \"Nashville\" and \"Heroes,\" has died at the age of 36, U.S. media outlets including ABC News reported on Sunday, citing a statement from her father.

Hayden Panettiere dead – 'Heroes,' 'Nashville' actress dies at 36  usatoday.com

Actress Hayden Panettiere, one of the many stars who graced the Scream franchise, died this weekend at the young age of 36.

Panettiere’s death was announced by her father, who called her ‘an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her’ Hayden Panettiere, the actor known for her roles in television shows such as Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36. Panettiere’s death was confirmed in a

“She was an incredible light and a force of nature,” her family said in a statement.

'It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden,' ABC quotes her father Alan Panettiere in a statement

In May, she published a memoir after a tumultuous decade that involved depression, substance abuse, losing custody of her daughter and stints in rehab.

Selma Blair sounded as if she was in shock as she reacted to the news of her friend Hayden Panettiere's unexpected death on Sunday night.

Actress Hayden Panettiere, star of TV shows Heroes and Nashville, dies aged 36  lbc.co.uk

The star of 'Heroes' and 'Nashville' has died at age 36, her agent has confirmed, with her family issuing a statement to ask for privacy after they navigate their shock loss

Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for TV shows including 'Nashville' and 'Heroes' as well as the 'Scream' franchise, has died

Hayden Panettiere, actress in ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36  edition.cnn.com

"Heroes" and "Nashville" alum Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her father announced Sunday.

Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.

The former child star had recently returned to acting and released a candid memoir about her recovery

Hayden Panettiere, star of Heroes and Nashville, dies aged 36  The Times

The star of 'Heroes' and 'Nashville' has died at age 36, her agent has confirmed, with her family issuing a statement to ask for privacy after they navigate their shock loss

Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including Heroes and Nashville, has died. She was 36.

"It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her father said in a statement.

Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died. She was 36.Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hayden Panettiere, star of popular television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died. She was 36.Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was

Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36  AP News

Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for Heroes, has sadly passed away. She was 36 years old when her representative confirmed the news. Panettiere gained fame as Claire Bennet on the sci-fi series Heroes. She also starred as Juliette Barnes in the drama Nashville. Her memoir detailed struggles with addiction and postpartu

The cause and manner of death were unclear. Panettiere revealed this year that she struggled with postpartum depression and addiction, which she said led to her decision to give up custody of her daughter in 2018.

Hayden Panettiere, who is best known for playing the superpowered cheerleader on NBC’s Heroes, has died at the age of 36. Her rep confirmed the news to ABC. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought…

Obituary Details surrounding her death are currently unknown Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died, according to ABC News. She was 36. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought imm

Actor Hayden Panettiere, Star Of 'Heroes' And 'Nashville,' Dies At 36  HuffPost

Hayden Panettiere, 'Heroes' and 'Nashville' actress, dies at 36, US media reports  Reuters

""It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her rep said in a statement.

US actress Hayden Panettiere - best known for her roles in Heroes and the Scream franchise - has died aged 36.