Neutrogena Responds to Backlash in Wake of Onetime Ambassador Hayden Panettiere’s Death

Neutrogena has issued a public statement addressing severe online backlash following the death of former brand ambassador Hayden Panettiere. The controversy arose after fans resurfaced a 2015 claim by Panettiere alleging she was dropped by the skincare brand due to her public comments about experiencing postpartum depression.

In response to the public criticism, Neutrogena acknowledged that Panettiere had felt unsupported following her disclosure of her struggles with postpartum depression. The company stated that such an outcome does not reflect what the brand stands for or aspires to be.