Weeks before her death, Hayden Panettiere spoke about her enthusiastic plans for the future, expressing that she had "a lot more life left to live." The 36-year-old actress, known for her role in "Nashville," died over the weekend.
Page Six obtained 911 dispatch audio that indicated Panettiere suffered an apparent overdose. Tributes have since begun to pour in following the news of her passing.
During a recent interview, Panettiere was captured on video appearing emotional while discussing her life and career. In the footage, she wiped away tears as she spoke candidly about her past struggles, including postpartum depression and addiction.
She also touched upon her journey toward healing and self-acceptance. The actress had previously been open about her struggles with postpartum depression following the birth of her son, Kaya, whom she shares with ex-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko. Panettiere sent Kaya to live with his father in Ukraine in 2018, stating it was one of the most difficult decisions she ever made. In 2022, she spoke about her ongoing battle with addiction, including alcohol and opioids.