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Hayden Panettiere tributes include Connie Britton, Viola Davis and Selma Blair - AP News

Hayden Panettiere tributes include Connie Britton, Viola Davis and Selma Blair - AP News

Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at 36, leading to an outpouring of tributes from fellow stars. Panettiere was a prolific actor who first gained widespread recognition on NBCs series Heroes.

Panettiere was a prolific actor who first gained widespread recognition on NBCs series Heroes. She later achieved a significant crossover TV-music hit with the series Nashville. Her career paused for several years as she openly addressed her struggles with alcohol and postpartum depression, eventually returning to acting in 2023 for Scream VI.

On Monday, numerous figures shared their respects. Actors Connie Britton, Viola Davis, Melissa Barrera, and Bethany Joy Lenz were among those paying tribute. Podcaster Jay Shetty and Panettiere's former partner, Wladimir Klitschko, also offered their condolences.

Her death affects many who followed her career from her early superhero days to her country music drama success. Fans might remember her candid discussions about personal challenges, including alcohol and postpartum depression, making her passing a particularly poignant moment for those touched by her openness.

The actor's 2023 return in Scream VI marked a renewed presence, making her sudden death a reminder of how quickly life can change.

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