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Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for roles in ‘Heroes,' ‘Nashville,' dies at 36
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· August 16, 2026
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Key points Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV shows, has died at the age of 36. A Los Angeles area actress has passed away.
A Los Angeles area actress has passed away. Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV shows, has died at the age of 36. Her father announced the news on Sunday night, expressing profound sadness.
The cause and manner of her death have not been disclosed. An investigation is currently underway, according to her publicist. Further details are expected to be released.
For more information on this developing story, readers can refer to the original statement from Panettiere's representative or follow updates from local authorities in Greenville, South Carolina, where the incident occurred.
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Category: local Published: August 16, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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