American actress Hayden Panettiere has passed away at the age of 37. She was known to millions of viewers for her roles in the TV series Heroes and Nashville, the films Scream 4 and Scream VI, and the classic video game Until Dawn. Her representative confirmed the sad news to ABC News. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
"It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature, bringing endless love and joy to everyone who knew her and to the millions who followed her work on screen."
Hayden began her acting career as a child, but her true breakthrough came in 2006 when she played Claire Bennet in the classic sci-fi series Heroes. As a supergirl with regenerative abilities, she became one of the most recognizable characters in the genre's history. Later, she earned two Golden Globe nominations for her role as singer Juliette Barnes in the music-themed series Nashville.
The 2015 video game Until Dawn holds a special place in Panettiere's career. She not only provided the voice for her character but also lent her own appearance and facial expressions. Her portrayal of Sam Giddings is one of the central protagonists in this horror story. For many fans, this role once again demonstrated her versatile talent.
