Hayden Panettiere

Actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; final interview discusses her bond with daughter Kaya

Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' has died at 36. In her final interview, she reflected on her deep bond with her daughter, Kaya, highlighting the importance of their relationship during her life.

The Independent The Independent17 August 2026 · 06:31 UTC
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Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; a life in pictures recalls her roles as Kirby Reed in Scream 4 and Scream VI

Hayden Panettiere, born in 1989, began acting at 11 months old and made her big screen debut as the voice of Dot in A Bug’s Life.

Actress DiesLife In PicturesScream 4
2026-08-17
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  • Hayden Panettiere dies at age 36.
  • Panettiere appeared as Kirby Reed in 2011's Scream 4.
  • Panettiere also reprised her role as Kirby Reed in 2023's Scream VI.
Actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; details surrounding her death not immediately available
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Actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36; details surrounding her death not immediately available

Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for TV shows Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36.

Actress DiesAged 36British Broadcasting Corporation
2026-08-17
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  • Actress Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36.
  • The details surrounding her death were not immediately available.
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