New details surrounding Hayden Panettiere’s final hours have revealed that she was not alone when emergency responders arrived.
According to reports, Hayden had traveled to South Carolina with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Brian Hickerson. Authorities say Hickerson and his brother were at the apartment when Hayden suffered a medical emergency, and they were present as first responders attempted to save her. Officials have said there were no signs of foul play, while the investigation into the exact cause of death remains ongoing.
The news has added another heartbreaking chapter to the story of the actress beloved for Heroes and Nashville. Friends, former co-stars, and fans across the country have remembered Hayden as a talented performer who brought warmth and energy to every role she played.
As more details emerge, those closest to Hayden have asked for privacy while remembering the woman behind the fame—a daughter, mother, sister, and friend whose life touched millions of fans.