Mumbai, Aug 17: As American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her role in popular television shows such as 'Nashville' and 'Heroes', suddenly passed away at the young age of 36, the Cine & TV Artistes\u2019 Association shared a social media post, offering a heartfelt tribute to the deceased.<\/p>\n
The official post on CINTAA's Instagram handle read, "CINTAA mourns the passing of Hayden Panettiere. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, colleagues and admirers during this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace. \u2014 CINTAA (sic)".<\/p>\n
Confirming the unfortunate news, Hayden Panettiere\u2019s family had released an official statement. Her father, Alan \u201cSkip\u201d Panettiere, described his daughter as \u201can incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her \u2014 and to the millions who watched her onscreen.\u201d The grieving family has also requested privacy during this challenging time.<\/p>\n
While the exact reason for Hayden Panettiere\u2019s demise has not been revealed till now, an investigation is underway.<\/p>\n
Hayden Panettiere first faced the camera as a child artist as she became part of several commercials and soap operas.<\/p>\n
She first got recognition back in 1998 for giving her voice to Dot, the young princess ant, in Pixar\u2019s animated film 'A Bug\u2019s Life'.<\/p>\n
Hayden Panettiere rose to fame in 2006 for her portrayal as Claire Bennet, a high school cheerleader with superpowers, in NBC\u2019s science-fiction series 'Heroes'.<\/p>\n
She is also fondly remembered for her role as Juliette Barnes, a young and ambitious country music singer, in ABC\u2019s musical drama \u201cNashville\u201d.<\/p>\n
11 of her songs from 'Nashville' made it to Billboard\u2019s Hot Country Songs chart during the run of the show.<\/p>\n
She last appeared on screen in the psychological thriller \u201cSleepwalker\u201d.<\/p>\n
Tributes have been pouring in for Hayden Panettiere from the members of the fraternity and her admirers across the globe.<\/p>\n