Hayden Panettiere's Cause of Death Revealed as Fentanyl and More
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Hayden Panettiere's death was ruled an accidental overdose caused by toxic effects of fentanyl, Xanax (Alprazolam), and other drugs, according to the Greenville County Coroner’s Office.
- The coroner's report listed fentanyl, 4-ANPP (a fentanyl precursor), Alprazolam, Methocarbamol (a muscle relaxant), and Quetiapine (an antipsychotic) as contributing substances, with no signs of trauma found.
- Panettiere, known for roles in "Heroes," "Nashville," and the "Scream" franchise, died on August 16 at age 36 after being found unconscious in a Greenville, South Carolina residence; no foul play was suspected.
- She had publicly discussed her struggles with substance abuse and mental health, stepping away from acting in 2016 before returning in 2023, and released a memoir earlier this year detailing her experiences.
- Panettiere began her career as a child actress and earned critical acclaim for her work, including two Golden Globe nominations for "Nashville."
