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‘Nashville’ And ‘Scream’ Co-Stars Pay Tribute To Hayden Panettiere

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Tributes are coming in from showbiz friends and colleagues of Hayden Panettiere, the "Nashville," "Scream" and "Heroes" actress who died on Sunday at 36.

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  1. KOB 4

    Hayden Panettiere, who starred in ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36 (opens KOB 4)

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    Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36. The actor starred in television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville.” Police in Greenville, South Carolina, say Panettiere was found unresponsive at an apartment complex on Sunday. They say there were no signs of foul play and an autopsy is being performed.

  2. KOB 4

    Hayden Panettiere, who starred in the television series ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36 (opens KOB 4)

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    Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36. She starred in television series including “Heroes” and “Nashville.” Panettiere’s father, Skip, announced the actor’s death in a statement provided to ABC News Sunday.

  3. The Guardian

    Hayden Panettiere, actor in Heroes and Nashville, dies aged 36 (opens The Guardian)

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    Panettiere’s death was announced by her father, who called her ‘an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her’ Hayden Panettiere, the actor known for her roles in television shows such as Heroes and Nashville , has died at the age of 36.

  4. NBC News

    Hayden Panettiere, 'Heroes' and 'Nashville' Actor, Dies at 36 (opens NBC News)

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    Police are investigating the sudden death of Hayden Panettiere, star of TV and film, after being found unresponsive at her South Carolina home. NBC’s Steve Patterson reports for TODAY.

  5. CBS News

    Hayden Panettiere, known for roles in "Nashville" and "Heroes," dies at 36 (opens CBS News)

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    Actor Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her father confirmed in a statement. The star was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." Gayle King has a look at her life and career.

  6. CBS News

    Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for roles in "Nashville" and "Heroes," dies at 36 (opens CBS News)

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    Actor Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, her father confirmed in a statement. The star was known for her roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." Gayle King has a look at her life and career.

  7. UPI

    Hayden Panettiere: Celebrities pay tribute to late 'Nashville' star (opens UPI)

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    David Arquette, Viola Davis, Bethany Joy Lenz, Kelly Osbourne and other stars honored actress Hayden Panettiere following news of her death.

  8. PBS NewsHour

    Hayden Panettiere, who started her career as a child actor before starring in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' dies at 36 (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    The television star, who would have turned 37 on Friday, had been open about her struggles with alcohol addiction and depression, including after the birth of her daughter in 2014.

  9. New York Post

    How To Watch Hayden Panettiere Movies and TV Shows on Streaming: ‘Nashville,’ ‘Heroes,’ ‘Scream 4,’ and More (opens New York Post)

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    The prolific star of Nashville and Heroes died on Sunday at the age of 36.

  10. Washington Examiner

    Hayden Panettiere, Heroes and Nashville star, dead at 36 (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Hayden Panettiere, the child star who rose to international stardom through her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died at 36. Panettiere died Sunday in South Carolina. Her father, Skip Panettiere, announced the death in a statement, asking for privacy “as our family takes time to process this unima…

  11. Deadline

    “Just Heartbreak”: Connie Britton Mourns ‘Nashville’ Co-Star Hayden Panettiere (opens Deadline)

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    Following her breakout role as cheerleader Claire Bennett on NBC’s Heroes, Hayden Panettiere in 2012 was cast as the co-lead opposite Connie Britton in the ABC country music drama Nashville. Following Panettiere’s passing at the age of 36, Britton posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.

  12. Variety

    Connie Britton Praises Hayden Panettiere’s ‘Brilliance’ After ‘Nashville’ Co-Star’s Death: ‘I Love You Girl. Sleep Easy Now’ (opens Variety)

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    Connie Britton has “no words” following the death of her “Nashville” co-star Hayden Panettiere at 36 years old. The duo starred together on five seasons of the ABC country music drama from 2012 to 2016, with Panettiere headlining the series solo during its sixth and final season in 2018.

  13. New York Post

    Connie Britton reacts to ‘Nashville’ co-star Hayden Panettiere’s tragic death (opens New York Post)

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    The two were co-stars for five seasons and Panettiere previously shared their uncomfortable dynamic on set.

  14. Rolling Stone

    Hayden Panettiere’s Most Memorable Music Moments (opens Rolling Stone)

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    The actress shared her vocal skills throughout her career, landing emotional moments on Nashville and other film projects

  15. Forbes

    ‘Nashville’ And ‘Scream’ Co-Stars Pay Tribute To Hayden Panettiere (opens Forbes)

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    Tributes are coming in from showbiz friends and colleagues of Hayden Panettiere, the "Nashville," "Scream" and "Heroes" actress who died on Sunday at 36.

  16. Rolling Stone

    Hayden Panettiere: 6 Essential Roles (opens Rolling Stone)

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    The actor, who died Aug. 16 at 36, was a screen star from the age of five, appearing in dozens of TV shows and films. From Remember the Titans to Nashville and more, here are our favorites

  17. New York Post

    Hayden Panettiere was ‘focused on resetting her life’ when she appeared on ‘Tamron Hall Show’ before her death (opens New York Post)

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    A source told Page Six that the "Nashville" star was on track for a reset when she appeared on the talk show back in May.

  18. Objectivist

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