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Hayden Panettiere's Autopsy Confirms "No Signs of Trauma" Contributed to Her Death

Authorities say the cause of death remains undetermined as investigators found no evidence of foul play and continue testing after emergency crews responded.

  • On Monday, the Greenville County Coroner's Office confirmed that autopsy examiners found 'no signs of trauma' that would have contributed to Hayden Panettiere's death, though the cause remains pending further investigation.
  • The 36-year-old actress was found unresponsive at her South Carolina residence on Sunday, August 16, and emergency services pronounced her dead at 2:32 p.m. local time after responding to a 911 call reporting 'cardiac arrest.'
  • While toxicology results remain pending, investigators confirmed Narcan was present at the scene, though officials have not determined whether an overdose caused Panettiere's death, as further studies are underway.
  • Her father, Alan Skip Panettiere, described his daughter as 'an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy,' while the family requested privacy during this time.
  • Known for roles in Heroes and Nashville, Panettiere had recently published a memoir addressing her struggles with addiction and experiences as a child star, sparking broader conversations about industry pressures on young performers.
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The preliminary report released by the Greenville County Forensics Office in South Carolina confirmed that the actress's body showed no signs of violence, trauma, or signs of third-party involvement

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The unexpected death of Hayden Panettiere, at the age of 36 and just five days after she completed 37, shocked Hollywood. As family members, friends and colleagues began to publicly regret her loss, new details arose about the actress's last hours, known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville. Among the information disclosed are the way she was found, the emergency link that mobilized emergency services and the first results of the investigation …

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The lightning death of actress Hayden Panettire, at 36 years old, triggered an investigation in South Carolina. The coroner announced the first results of the autopsy, but the official cause remains on hold, according to CNN. The actress from "Nashville and "Heroes" was found on Sunday in a Greenville residence by a acquaintance who called the services ...

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E! News broke the news in Universal City, United States on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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