Police reveal new details following Hayden Panettiere’s sudden death at 36
The sudden death of actress Hayden Panettiere has left fans and the entertainment world stunned, as authorities continue investigating what happened to the 36-year-old star.
Panettiere, best known for Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, was found unresponsive at a residence in Greenville, South Carolina, on Sunday, August 16. Her representatives have confirmed her death.
Police say no foul play is suspected
According to the Greenville Police Department, officers were called to the residence at around 1:50 p.m. after an acquaintance contacted 911. Emergency responders attempted to provide medical assistance, but Panettiere was pronounced dead at the scene.
Hayden Panettiere during “Bridge to Terabithia” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals at El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, California, United States. (Photo by J.Sciulli/WireImage)
Police have said their preliminary findings do not indicate foul play or suspicious circumstances. The Greenville Police Department is working with the Greenville County Coroner’s Office as the investigation continues, and Panettiere’s official cause of death has not yet been released.
Kasey Kitchen, a representative for the actress, said authorities were still working to establish what happened: “There’s an investigation ongoing. We should know more tomorrow.”
Panettiere had reportedly traveled from Los Angeles to Greenville just one day before her death, making the sudden loss even more shocking.
Her father, Skip Panettiere, remembered his daughter as “an incredible light and a force of nature” who brought “immeasurable love and joy” to those around her and to the millions who watched her on screen. He also asked for privacy as the family comes to terms with the devastating loss.
Hayden Panettiere began working in entertainment as a child and went on to become one of television’s most recognizable young stars, rising to international fame as Claire Bennet on Heroes before starring as Juliette Barnes on Nashville. She also appeared in Remember the Titans, Scream 4 and Scream 6.
Hayden Panettiere attends amfAR Gala Los Angeles 2022 at Pacific Design Center on November 03, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)
Hayden’s personal life often unfolded under intense public scrutiny, but in recent years she became increasingly candid about the challenges she had faced. In her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, she reflected on growing up in the spotlight, motherhood, her struggles and recovery, and the devastating loss of her younger brother, Jansen Panettiere.
Jansen died in 2023 at just 28, a loss that deeply affected Hayden. She later opened up about the grief and guilt she carried after his death.
Hayden was also a mother to her daughter, Kaya, whom she shared with her former fiancé, professional boxer Wladimir Klitschko.
Shocking 'truth' behind Prince Harry's decision to quit major role
Prince Harry should have "resigned in disgrace" from the board of a controversial African wildlife charity, a commentator says. James Walker makes the bombshell remark in Wednesday's episode of this publication's podcast, Daily Expresso.
He and the show's host, JJ Anisiobi, delve into the Duke of Sussex's dramatic decision to step down from African Parks. James, commenting on the controversy, said: "When you hear about this stuff and how long it's been going on for, you should be resigning in disgrace. [Harry] should be saying: 'I'm not touching that with a barge pole. That is a failed entity. We're going nowhere near it'.
"But no. He's still saying he's going to 'support their mission'. And again this Caroline Pearce, executive director of Survival International, goes on to say: 'His departure doesn't undo that record'.
"She alleged that African Parks was aware of the abuses for years, but it was only after Survival complained to Harry that the charity finally commissioned an investigation."
James added: "Well, she's got a point."
It emerged on Monday (August 24) that Harry was no longer a board member of the wildlife charity.
The conservation organisation has admitted that human rights abuses were committed by its rangers against members of the semi-nomadic Baka group in Congo-Brazzaville.
African Parks has said since that it has improved its safeguarding processes both in the Odzala-Kokoua National Park and institutionally.
Its admission followed an independent human rights investigation into allegations guards managed and paid by the charity had beaten, raped and tortured indigenous people in Odzala-Kokoua National Park.
Harry was president of the charity for six years before he became a member of its board of directors in 2023.
A spokesman for the Duke said he remains an active and avid supporter of African Parks. He added: "The Duke is proud of his 10 years with African Parks and fully supports the ongoing strengthening of its board.
"His commitment to conservation in Africa continues and he remains a supporter of African Parks’ mission."
Human rights organisation, Survival International, said it had been calling on Harry to step down from African Parks for years.
The group's director, Caroline Pearce, said in a statement: "It’s outrageous that for 10 years Prince Harry has served African Parks while the organisation has been responsible for abuse and violence against Indigenous people.
"His departure doesn't undo that record — African Parks itself must now be held accountable, and must abandon this model of fortress conservation for good."
Survival International said indigenous peoples know how best to manage their land and the idea outsiders know better is racist and colonial.
Iran TV Airs Sick Threat Against Barron Trump, Reports of $10M Bounty
Iranian state media aired an insane video about killing Barron Trump, along with reporting a $10 million bounty on his head ... and it's sure to get President Donald Trump's attention.
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Video: Iran TV Broadcasts Disturbing Threat Against Barron Trump, Reports $10M Bounty
The "Where to kill Barron Trump" clip says Barron's movements are being "fully monitored" while he's attending New York University ... and claims Barron's accounts for Xbox and Discord have been hacked.
The video goes into depth about what Barron wears ... and what his bodyguards wear. It also alleges his travel habits.
Per reports, the f-ed-up video is tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps ... and it's a big-time escalation in the threats coming out of Iran toward Trump as the war rages on.
The chilling video aired amid Trump ratcheting up pressure on Iran to finally crack ... his latest measure, dubbed "economic D-Day,” is meant to cripple Iran's economy.
The video might just be a BS scary tactic ... but it's still pretty freaking unnerving for the 20-year-old college student.
Chaos around Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s future as ‘six month plan’ revealed
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are just days away from relocating back to Britain with their children.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be relocating back to the UK in a matter of days, however, they may not actually be staying here permanently. Just last week, it was reported that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, alongside their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, will be moving back to Britain.
It was reported that the children had already been enrolled on British schools, with the exact name and location of the school not revealed. It was also reported that the family would live in a private, non-royal residence, with the location kept private for security reasons. The motive behind the move was not reported.
While many think this means the Sussex family will be back in the UK - the country they once criticised very publicly - someone close to the couple has revealed that it could actually only be temporary.
The source told The Times: “It’ll be an extended period of time — it could be six months, it could be a year, it could be more — I don’t think even they know yet.
“They might suddenly go: ‘Why don’t we try Canada for a while? Why don’t we try Australia?’ It’s one of the great things about being private individuals [that they can live where they choose].”
The family has spent the last six years living in Montecito, California (Image: Instagram / @meghan)
Harry and Meghan themselves have not released a statement on their upcoming move back to Harry’s home country.
Rumours have been swirling about why they are relocating, with some people believing it is due to Harry’s desire to be close to King Charles.
Other reports suggest that Meghan has been offered an acting role based in Britain, although there is no official confirmation.
The family are reportedly set to fly over from California before the end of August, allowing the children to settle before they start at their new school. It has been reported that the family will keep their Montecito home in America, and their Portugal holiday home. It has also been reported that the family's chickens will stay at the Montecito home, while the family's two dogs are expected to fly over to the UK with them.
