American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in television shows such as Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36. Her death was confirmed in a statement from her representative and reported by U.S. media outlets, including ABC News.
Panettiere’s father announced the news, describing her as an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her.
The cause and manner of death remain unclear. This year, Panettiere revealed that she struggled with postpartum depression and addiction, which led to her decision to give up custody of her daughter in 2018. In May, she published a memoir detailing a tumultuous decade that included depression, substance abuse, stints in rehab, and the loss of custody of her daughter.