Actress Hayden Panettiere died on August 16 at age 36 in the city of Greenville, in the state of South Carolina, in the United States. The passing of the actress, best known for her role in the series "Heroes," caused great shock in the United States and around the world.
Panettiere was found unconscious in the presence of her partner and her brother, according to police sources cited by the Associated Press news agency. Officers were called to the scene following a request for emergency medical assistance.
Authorities believe the death may be related to the taking of a pill that ultimately proved fatal. The investigation into the exact circumstances of the death is ongoing, according to the same sources.
The series "Heroes" catapulted Panettiere to international fame in the early 2000s, but the actress also stood out for other roles in television and film throughout her career.
