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Anna Paquin makes stark claim after Hayden Panettiere's death
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- Anna Paquin paid tribute to the late Hayden Panettiere on what would have been her 37th birthday, highlighting the challenges faced by young performers who are prematurely sexualized in the entertainment industry.
- Paquin emphasized the lack of effective protection for child stars, noting the pattern of tragic outcomes among former pre-sexualized female child actors, including Panettiere, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Daveigh Chase.
- She offered support to fellow performers, encouraging them to reach out privately and stressing the importance of solidarity and mental health care within the industry.
- Paquin also shared positive examples of productions that prioritize the welfare and mental health of young actors, advocating for holistic care during intense or upsetting material.
- The late Panettiere, who died on August 16 at age 36, was remembered by Paquin, who herself began acting as a child and won an Oscar at age 11 for "The Piano."
