In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star
The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health.
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"incredible light and a force of nature"
— Skip Panettiere , Other
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Hayden Panettiere was an actress known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville'.
Hayden Panettiere's younger brother who died in 2023.
Kate Hudson is an American actress and businesswoman.
Hayden Panettiere's father who described her as an 'incredible light and a force of nature'.
Ukrainian former professional boxer and Hayden Panettiere's ex-partner.
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The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health.
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