Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at the age of 36, with her death confirmed by her representative to ABC News.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 16, 2026 —
Hayden Panettiere, an actress recognized for her performances in the television series Heroes and Nashville, has passed away at the age of 36. Her death was confirmed by her representative to ABC News.
Panettiere gained significant recognition for her role as Claire Bennet in the NBC superhero drama Heroes, which aired from 2006 to 2010. She later starred as Juliette Barnes in the musical drama Nashville, a role for which she received a Golden Globe nomination.
Her career also included roles in the film Remember the Titans and the television show Ally McBeal. Panettiere began her acting career at a young age.
Further details surrounding her death have not been immediately released. Her representative confirmed the news to ABC News.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh DuBose on fox8.com, see more information here.
