Hayden Panettiere Death Update | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Actress Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive at her South Carolina home, pronounced dead of cardiac arrest with no signs of trauma or foul play. Her on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson, who was present when police arrived, has released a statement through his attorney urging privacy as the investigation continues. Hickerson’s history of domestic violence charges—including a 2021 plea deal—has drawn renewed public scrutiny. The cause of death remains undetermined, and she is survived by her 11-year-old daughter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…