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‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville’ star Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; no foul play police say
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Panettiere would have turned 37 later this month. Hayden Panettiere, an actress known for her roles in TV shows, has passed away at the age of 36.
Hayden Panettiere, an actress known for her roles in TV shows, has passed away at the age of 36. Her father announced the news in a statement, describing her as a beloved person who brought love and joy to those around her.
The family has asked for privacy as they process their loss. Panettiere would have turned 37 later this month.
Further details about her death, including the cause, are not available, but more information can be found through news sources, including a report from the Greenville Police Department in South Carolina, where she was found unresponsive.
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Category: safety Published: August 17, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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