Hayden Panettiere Says She Was Put in Bed With "Undressed" Male Star at 18
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Key Points:
- Hayden Panettiere revealed on the On Purpose With Jay Shetty podcast that she was nearly coerced into sexual acts by an unnamed older star while partying on a boat at age 18.
- She initially believed she was mature and capable of making safe decisions but later recognized she was in danger only after the situation escalated.
- Panettiere described the incident as traumatic, noting that by the time she realized the risk, she was "quite literally out to sea."
- The actress recalled enjoying the party before being separated to meet the celebrity, whose identity she chose not to disclose.