Neutrogena acknowledges Hayden Panettiere backlash after actress's death

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • August 20, 2026 • entertainment

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Neutrogena expressed sorrow over the passing of actress Hayden Panettiere and acknowledged her decade-long partnership with the brand.
The company admitted it made Panettiere feel unsupported during her struggle with postpartum depression, which contributed to the decision not to renew her contract.
Neutrogena emphasized that this treatment does not reflect the company's values or identity.
Panettiere had publicly discussed her experience with the brand and postpartum depression in her memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning," released in May 2023.
The story is ongoing, with further updates expected.