Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36 - AP News
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville', has died at the age of 36. Authorities found her unresponsive in a South Carolina apartment and are currently investigating the cause of death.
Why it matters
The death of a prominent television star who was vocal about her struggles with addiction and mental health has drawn significant public attention.
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Hayden Panettiere, a onetime child star who soared to fame in the TV shows “Heroes” and “Nashville” while enduring struggles with alcohol addiction and depression, has died. She was 36.
Police said Panettiere was found unresponsive in an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina, shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday. Lifesaving measures were performed but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
No cause of death has been determined and Panettiere’s death remains under investigation. An autopsy found no signs of trauma and police said officers saw no signs of foul play.
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