Tributes paid to Heroes actress Hayden Panettiere who has died aged 36
She starred in the TV shows Heroes and Nashville, plus films Remember the Titans and Raising Helen.
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"It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden."
— Skip Panettiere , Other
"What an amazing talent you were…. so gifted."
— Viola Davis , Celebrity
"Everything seemed to be turning around. She was coming back to life, wasn't she?"
— Bethany Joy Lenz , Celebrity
"I love you. Don't be gone. Please."
— Selma Blair , Celebrity
"I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Oh My God."
— Jojo , Celebrity
Key People
Bethany Joy Lenz is an actress known for her role in 'One Tree Hill' and a long-time friend of Hayden Panettiere.
Hayden Panettiere was an actress known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville'.
Jojo is a singer known for her music career.
Selma Blair is an actress known for her roles in various films and TV shows.
Hayden Panettiere's father who described her as an 'incredible light and a force of nature'.
Viola Davis is an acclaimed actress known for her powerful performances in film and theater.
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She starred in the TV shows Heroes and Nashville, plus films Remember the Titans and Raising Helen.
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