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Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Her father, Skip, announced her death in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, a star of popular television series, has passed away at the age of 36. Her father, Skip, announced her death in a statement. She was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville".
Panettiere began her career as a child actor, appearing in commercials and soap operas. Her role in "Heroes" brought her widespread recognition. Further details about her death are available from ABC News, where her father's full statement was provided.
A cause of death has not been announced, and her publicist has not responded to requests for more information.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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