France 24 is reporting that American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV shows such as "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at the age of 36. Her father, Alan "Skip" Panettiere, confirmed her passing in a statement cited by U.S. media outlets including ABC News. The cause of her death was not reported.
Panettiere began her career as a child actor, voicing Dot in Pixar's 1998 film "A Bug's Life." She gained widespread recognition for her role as Claire Bennet in NBC's "Heroes," which debuted in 2006. She also appeared in the 2000 drama "Remember the Titans" and was part of the "Scream" franchise.
France 24 said Panettiere earned two Golden Globe nominations in 2013 and 2014 for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Juliette Barnes in the musical drama "Nashville." Her most recent appearance was in the psychological thriller "Sleepwalker," released in January 2026. Her brother, actor Jansen Panettiere, died in 2023 at 28.