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Hayden Panettiere overdose death ruled an accident

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On October 28, 2026, Hayden Panettiere's death was officially ruled accidental by the Greenville Police Department, concluding their investigation into her passing. The actress, known for roles in TV shows like "Heroes" and "Nashville," died on August 16 at age 36 after being found unresponsive in an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina. According to a coroner's report from last month, Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose involving fentanyl and other drugs; there were no signs of trauma. The investigation also saw involvement from the DEA but it is unclear if their probe has concluded as well.

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