The news of the passing of actress Hayden Panettiere, former fiancée of Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko, swiftly circulated among her Hollywood colleagues and friends.
Paris Hilton, who knew Hayden Panettiere personally, reacted to the news of her friend’s death. The socialite released an emotional statement, sharing her personal grief over the loss.
“My heart is shattered over the loss of my friend Hayden. She was such a beautiful soul – so talented, strong, kind, and full of so much love and light. It’s impossible to believe she’s gone,” Hilton wrote on Threads.

Hayden Panettiere with Paris Hilton Photo: Threads
She added that she would cherish the memories forever.
“I will always cherish our friendship, all the memories we shared, and the special moments we experienced together. My heart goes out to her family and everyone who loved her during this incredibly difficult time,” the diva stated.
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Paris Hilton’s post on Hayden’s death Photo: Threads
Hilton concluded her statement with farewell words: “I love you forever, Hayden. Rest in peace, angel. You will be deeply missed.”
Currently, Panettiere’s family has not released information regarding the date or details of the memorial service.

Panettiere with Paris Hilton Photo: Threads
Hayden Panettiere, star of the series “Heroes” and “Nashville,” passed away at the age of 36. The sad news was reported on August 17 by her representatives in comments to ABC News, and her death was confirmed by her father, Skip Panettiere, who requested that journalists respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
Hayden Panettiere’s Death
The cause of Panettiere’s death has not yet been disclosed; her family’s representatives have not provided any details about what specifically happened. Some media outlets mention a possible overdose.
The actress’s father made a brief statement: “It is with deep sadness that we announce the tragic death of our beloved Hayden.”
Hayden Panettiere entered the acting profession as a child and, over the years, starred in a number of notable projects. She gained significant popularity for her role as Claire Bennet in the sci-fi series “Heroes,” and later portrayed Juliette Barnes in the musical drama “Nashville.” Her other works include the films “Remember the Titans,” “Ice Princess,” and the “Scream” franchise (fourth installment).
In addition to her acting career, Panettiere’s name was also in the spotlight due to her personal life – she was in a relationship with Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko.
Earlier, Focus wrote that:
- Specifically, the first details of the circumstances of Hayden Panettiere’s death became known – the editorial team investigated what might have caused the tragedy.
- Additionally, we wrote about another loss in the actress’s family: three years ago, her brother passed away at the age of only 28.
We also detailed who Wladimir Klitschko’s former fiancée was and the fate of their shared daughter.
