Hayden Panettiere’s Ex-Partner Present at Scene

Hayden Panettiere’s former partner, Brian Hickerson, and his brother Zach Hickerson were present at the South Carolina apartment where the actress passed away, as per a police report released on Tuesday. Upon arrival at the residence on Sunday, a Greenville police officer encountered the Hickerson brothers and witnessed paramedics administering CPR to an unresponsive woman. Despite efforts to revive her, Panettiere was pronounced dead at 2:31 p.m. The cause of death is still unknown, and investigations are ongoing. An autopsy revealed no signs of physical harm, and authorities found no evidence of foul play. Panettiere, aged 36, had a turbulent relationship with Brian Hickerson, who faced accusations of physical abuse. In 2020, he faced charges of felony abuse, to which he pleaded no contest, leading to a brief jail term. Subsequently, he received probation, anger management, and Alcoholics Anonymous sessions. Recently, he sought to reduce his convictions to misdemeanors, but this request was denied by a judge in Los Angeles. The police report, heavily redacted, disclosed that Zach Hickerson identified the deceased woman as his brother’s girlfriend, and emotional reactions were noted during the emergency response. Panettiere’s ex-fiancé, Wladimir Klitschko, expressed sorrow over her sudden demise, emphasizing her importance in his life as the mother of their daughter. They welcomed their daughter in 2014, with Klitschko gaining full custody after their separation due to Panettiere’s struggles with addiction and postpartum depression. The late actress, who was set to turn 37 shortly, candidly shared her personal challenges in her recently released memoir, detailing experiences with fame, addiction, and depression. Tributes from colleagues and industry figures continue to pour in, highlighting Panettiere’s talent and impact. The actress, known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” began her career as a child actor in films like “Remember the Titans.”