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

August 17, 2026

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

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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 and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen,” his statement said.