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Charles Esten Honors Hayden Panettiere | Durham News
Charles Esten paid a moving tribute to late Nashville co-star Hayden Panettiere at the Grand Ole Opry, calling her a “bright, shining light” and “great friend.” He recalled how she championed him during auditions and celebrated their six-season collaboration, honoring her with a performance of his song “Somewhere in the Sunshine.” Remembering her iconic Heroes line, “Save the cheerleader, save the world,” Esten reflected on her lasting impact. Panettiere, 36, died in South Carolina amid reports of an overdose; an autopsy found no trauma, and the cause remains under investigation. Her passing…
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