Hayden Panettiere‘s ex fiance Wladimir Klitschko has released a statement on her tragic death at the age of 36.
Over the weekend, the Nashville alum passed away while at a residence in South Carolina. She would have been 37 years old on Friday.
Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere were previously engaged and have a child together
Wladimir and Hayden met in 2009, and were together for two years before split. The couple reunited in 2013, and got engaged.
The following year, it was announced that Hayden was pregnant with their daughter. In December 2014, Hayden gave birth to their daughter, Kaya, who was born at 7 lbs., 14 oz., and measured 20 inches.
Following the birth of Kaya, Hayden struggled with postpartum depression, which she has been open about.
Hayden and Wladimir broke up in 2019 after nine years together, and they continued to co-parent Kaya. However, amid Hayden‘s struggles, it was revealed the following year that Kaya was living in Ukraine with her father.
Wladimir Klitschko released a statement about the death of his ex Hayden Panettiere
Wladimir posted the following statement to X.
Our family is going through a time of profound shock and grief.
The announcement of Hayden’s tragic death saddens me deeply. She left this world far too soon. Hayden was, although no longer my partner, an important part of my life and the mother of our daughter, Kaya.
She built an incredible career through immense talent, while also facing the darker sides of a very demanding industry. Nothing will erase the times we shared or the place she had in our lives.
To our daughter Kaya, I will always speak of her mother with respect and make sure she remembers the person she was.
I extend my deepest condolences to Hayden’s parents, her friends, and her fans, who are also grieving today. Young and talented people like Hayden should not leave this world so soon.
I ask everyone to please respect our family’s feelings and privacy during this incredibly difficult time. For now, this is all I wish to say.
Thank you to everyone who is supporting my family and expressing their sincere condolences.
Rest easy, Hayden. May you find eternal peace.
Our family is going through a time of profound shock and grief.
The announcement of Hayden’s tragic death saddens me deeply. She left this world far too soon. Hayden was, although no longer my partner, an important part of my life and the mother of our daughter, Kaya.
She built… pic.twitter.com/etL169NOmB
— Klitschko (@Klitschko) August 18, 2026
What is Hayden Panettiere’s cause of death?
The autopsy was officially performed and the coroner shared a statement on some findings. Reports suggest it could have been an overdose.
Our continued thoughts go out to Hayden‘s family and loved ones during this difficult time. RIP.
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