Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has passed away at the age of 36. The tragic event occurred after she suffered a cardiac arrest at a residence in Greenville, South Carolina, according to audio recordings from a 911 dispatch released following her death.
The emergency call was made around 1:51 p.m. on Sunday, when Panettiere was discovered unresponsive. Responders described the situation as an “unresponsive female” experiencing cardiac arrest. Medical teams performed advanced cardiac life support in an attempt to revive her, but she was pronounced dead at approximately 2:32 p.m.
Details Surrounding Hayden Panettiere’s Passing
During the 911 dispatch, a reference was made to a possible overdose; however, authorities have not confirmed this as the cause of death. The Greenville County Coroner’s Office revealed that the autopsy found no signs of trauma contributing to her passing. The official cause and manner of death have yet to be publicly determined.
Panettiere’s representative confirmed her death to ABC News on Sunday. Her father, Skip Panettiere, described her as an “incredible light and a force of nature” who brought happiness to those around her, highlighting the profound impact she had on friends and family.