Hayden Panettiere’s recent passing has been classified as accidental, linked to “toxic effects” from a combination of drugs, including fentanyl, as reported by the Greenville County Coroner’s Office.
The actress, recognized for her performances in shows such as Heroes and Nashville, passed away on August 16 at a residence in Greenville, S.C., where she had been residing.
Upon their arrival, emergency personnel discovered Panettiere in cardiac arrest and were unable to revive her, according to the coroner’s office.
After a collaborative investigation between the coroner’s office and the Greenville City Police Department, it was confirmed in a statement to CBC News on Tuesday that “the cause of death has been determined to be toxic effects of fentanyl, 4-ANPP, Alprazolam, Methocarbamol, and Quetiapine.”
Quetiapine is an antipsychotic medication used for conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression, while Alprazolam is prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders, as well as anxiety stemming from depression.
Methocarbamol acts as a muscle relaxant, and 4-ANPP is a substance associated with the synthesis of fentanyl, a potent opioid.
Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in popular television series including Heroes and Nashville, has passed away at 36 years old. Her father, Skip, confirmed the news in a statement on Sunday, although the family has not disclosed the cause of death.
Recently completed treatment
During the autopsy, the report noted that “no evidence of trauma was found that could have led to the death.”
The Associated Press later disclosed that the coroner’s report indicated Panettiere had exited a rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, mere weeks prior to her passing.
The actress, who died just days shy of her 37th birthday, had been candid about her difficulties with early fame, addiction, and mental health issues, including postpartum depression following the birth of her daughter in 2014.
Panettiere openly shared her experiences through interviews and her recent memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning.
Fans and co-stars have expressed their condolences following the death of 36-year-old Hayden Panettiere, who was best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville. Authorities are looking into the circumstances surrounding her death, but have reported no indications of foul play.
Her passing has generated a wave of tributes and heartfelt memories shared by co-stars and fans alike.
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Neutrogena responds after Hayden Panettiere fans renew call for boycott
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Why are people mad at Neutrogena on behalf of Hayden Panettiere?
The incident has reignited a prior backlash against the skincare brand Neutrogena, for which Panettiere had been a global ambassador and spokesperson for nearly ten years before her daughter’s birth.
She had claimed that the company severed ties with her after she began to speak publicly about her battles with postpartum depression.