Hollywood Mourns the Loss of Hayden Panettiere

Hollywood stars are expressing their sorrow over Hayden Panettiere’s death. Known for roles in ‘Heroes,’ ‘Nashville,’ and the ‘Scream’ series, Panettiere died on Sunday at 36, confirmed by her representative to Fox News Digital.

Her father, Skip Panettiere, shared, ‘It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her and to the millions who watched her onscreen.’

Following her passing, friends, former co-stars, and celebrities shared heartfelt tributes on social media.

Touching Tributes

Viola Davis, who acted alongside Panettiere in the 2016 film ‘Custody,’ remembered the actress as an ‘amazing talent.’ In an Instagram post, Davis, with her husband Julius Tennon, mentioned how much they enjoyed working with Panettiere. She described her as an ‘old, wise soul’ with a deep heart, wishing there had been more time to see Panettiere rebuild her life through difficult times. ‘You will be remembered,’ Davis concluded, offering prayers to her family and daughter.

‘One Tree Hill’ actress Bethany Joy Lenz shared a personal tribute, recalling her childhood connection with Panettiere. ‘I’m crushed,’ Lenz wrote, reminiscing about Panettiere’s perceptiveness and talent from a young age. Despite their plans to reconnect over the years, Lenz expressed regret they never met as planned and followed Panettiere’s journey through mutual acquaintances.

Lenz elaborated on her shock, ‘Everything seemed to be turning around. She was coming BACK to life, wasn’t she?’ She shared moments from their nearly three-decade relationship and expressed her heartbreak over losing Panettiere.

Celebrity Reactions

‘Scream VI’ co-star Melissa Barrera wrote a brief tribute, ‘Rest in peace sweet Hayden,’ on her Instagram Stories. Selma Blair conveyed her emotions on Panettiere’s last Instagram post, stating, ‘Don’t be gone.’

David Arquette, who appeared alongside her in ‘Scream 4,’ expressed his sorrow. ‘Sending my love to Hayden and her family,’ he said. ‘She was such a brave and brilliant soul.’

Rosie O’Donnell and podcast host Jay Shetty also joined in the mourning. Shetty revealed in a comment about their recent friendship, acknowledging the impactful conversation they shared earlier this year.

Panettiere’s cause of death has not been disclosed at this time.