Hayden Panettiere, ‘Nashville’ and ‘Heroes’ actress, dies at 36, her father confirms

Actress Hayden Panettiere, widely recognized for her television roles in the series "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at the age of 36. Her passing was confirmed by her father in a statement, with her representative also confirming the news to ABC News.

Throughout her career, Panettiere established herself as a prominent television star, capturing public attention through her performances in major network dramas. Tributes from her family described her as an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immense impact to those around her, while morning broadcasts like Gayle King's program began reviewing her life and career following the announcement.