Baker's mother mourns daughter's choice: 'We tried to get rid of him'

The mother of actress H. Panettiere has spoken out about her daughter's tragic death, expressing deep sorrow and criticizing Brian Hickerson, the former partner who was with the actress when she passed away. "This person, whom we have been trying to get rid of for some time, was with her when she died. And it was Brian Hickerson," the mother stated to the press. She revealed that she and her family had been trying to distance Hickerson from her daughter for a while. H. Panettiere was found dead in her South Carolina apartment on August 16, following a suspected overdose. Police reports indicate she had received a full package of medications prior to her death, though the types were redacted. The report also noted that Hickerson showed no emotion until Panettiere was officially declared deceased. A source indicated that Brian had admitted to abusing the actress. He had returned to her life just two weeks before her death. The actress's mother also touched upon her daughter's struggles within the entertainment industry, describing it as a difficult environment for young people. She recalled a past incident where a 19-year-old Panettiere asked her mother to step down as her professional manager, seeking a more personal relationship. The mother's reaction at the time was reportedly harsh, stating, "You owe me." The actress had previously confirmed in May that she was not in contact with her mother but hoped for reconciliation. However, the mother later released statements accusing her daughter of creating drama for book sales and calling her arrogant and insensitive.

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This person, whom we have been trying to get rid of for some time, was with her when she died. And it was Brian Hickerson.