Hollywood is grieving the passing of Hayden Panettiere, noted for her roles in “Heroes,” “Nashville,” and the “Scream” series. She died on Sunday at the age of 36, as confirmed by her representative to Fox News Digital.
“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,” her father, Skip Panettiere, said in a statement provided to ABC News.
Following the news of her death, many in the entertainment industry, including friends and former co-stars, expressed their emotional tributes on social media.
Tributes from Co-Stars and Friends
Viola Davis, who worked with Panettiere in the movie “Custody,” remembered her as a remarkable talent and shared reflections on their time working together. Davis described Panettiere as an “old, wise soul” with a deep heart and expressed a wish for more time with her. She also highlighted Panettiere’s resilience through challenging times. “You will be remembered,” Davis concluded, extending prayers to Panettiere’s family and daughter.
Bethany Joy Lenz from “One Tree Hill” shared her grief, recalling her long-standing acquaintance with Panettiere. Lenz, who knew Panettiere since childhood, described her as a perceptive and talented young girl running through the halls of Screen Gems Studios.
“Her intelligence was astonishing,” Lenz wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post. Reflecting on their decades-long relationship, Lenz mentioned how they stayed in touch and shared mutual friends, yet expressed regret for their missed reunions.
Other tributes poured in from celebrities and colleagues. Melissa Barrera, Panettiere’s co-star in “Scream VI,” posted a short tribute on Instagram. Actress Selma Blair left emotional comments on Panettiere’s final social media post, expressing disbelief at her passing. In response to the news, David Arquette, Panettiere’s co-star in “Scream 4,” sent love to her family in an Instagram Story. Rosie O’Donnell shared her condolences on Instagram, saying, “Oh my god—heartbroken.”
Jay Shetty, a podcaster, remarked on his budding friendship with Panettiere and expressed his shock at her sudden death. “I can’t believe it,” he commented, sending love and condolences to her family and fans.
The cause of Hayden Panettiere’s death has not been publicly announced.
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