Hayden Panettiere, the American actress renowned for her roles in hit TV series “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has tragically passed away at 36, leaving fans in shock. Adding to the mystery, reports indicate her ex-boyfriend was present at the scene of her death, raising questions about the circumstances.
ABC News reported on Thursday, citing a police report from the Greenville Police Department, that Panettiere’s ex-boyfriend was confirmed to be at the scene when she died on August 16.
The police report states that an officer responded to a call about an unresponsive person on Easley Bridge Road in Greenville, South Carolina. The officer noted that the patient did not appear to have any obvious physical cause for losing consciousness. Despite emergency medical services being administered, Panettiere was ultimately pronounced dead.
The report further detailed that during the emergency response, the ex-boyfriend and his brother were present at the scene. It was noted that the ex-boyfriend exhibited an emotional reaction when Panettiere was declared deceased.
Authorities have yet to confirm whether Panettiere was under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of her death.
The ex-boyfriend in question has a controversial history, having previously faced allegations of assaulting Panettiere. In a 2020 interview on “Good Morning America,” Panettiere bravely spoke out about the violence she endured, stating that she’s prepared to do her part to ensure this man never harms anyone else.
In her memoir “This Is Me: Reckoning,” published last May, Panettiere shared harrowing details of her experiences. She recounted incidents where her ex-boyfriend struck her, forcing her to remain indoors for weeks. She also disclosed instances of his violent behavior that resulted in his arrest.
Panettiere began her career as a child actress and left an indelible mark on audiences with her portrayal of Claire Bennet in “Heroes” and Juliette Barnes in the musical drama “Nashville.” Her filmography also includes notable roles in “Remember the Titans,” “Raising Helen,” “Ice Princess,” and “Scream 4.”