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Brian Hickerson Speaks Out After Partner Hayden Panettiere's Death
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Brian Hickerson Speaks Out After Partner Hayden Panettiere's Death

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brian Hickerson has broken his silence following the death of his on-again, off-again partner, actress Hayden Panettiere.
  • Hickerson's lawyer stated that police confirmed no signs of foul play and that investigations are ongoing, respecting Panettiere's family.
  • Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Nashville," died at 36; preliminary investigations found no criminal indications, though she had previously accused Hickerson of abuse.

Four days after the sudden death of US actress Hayden Panettiere, Brian Hickerson, with whom she had a tumultuous on-again, off-again relationship, has issued a statement through his lawyer. The statement emphasizes that the investigation into Panettiere's death is ongoing and urges respect for the process.

Hayden's death is still under investigation, and it is important to allow the investigation to continue.

— Sloan EllisBrian Hickerson's lawyer, stating the current status of the investigation into Hayden Panettiere's death.

"Hayden's death is still under investigation, and it is important to allow the investigation to continue," stated Sloan Ellis, Hickerson's attorney, in a message provided to the German Press Agency. Ellis also noted that "as has been publicly reported, the police have confirmed that there are no signs of foul play." No further statements will be made at this time out of respect for Panettiere's family and the ongoing investigation.

Panettiere, widely recognized for her roles in the TV series "Heroes" and "Nashville," as well as the "Scream" film franchise, passed away at the age of 36 in Greenville, South Carolina. According to the police report, Hickerson was the one who contacted the authorities. His brother was also reportedly present at the apartment at the time. Hickerson allegedly showed officers a bag containing Panettiere's current medications. Preliminary findings from the investigation have not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances.

As has been publicly reported, the police have confirmed that there are no signs of foul play.

— Sloan EllisBrian Hickerson's lawyer, addressing initial police findings regarding Panettiere's death.

Despite a history where Panettiere had accused Hickerson of abusive behavior, recent media reports suggested they had reconciled. Panettiere, who had a daughter born in 2014 with her former partner, ex-boxing world champion Wladimir Klitschko, had recently released a biography detailing struggles with alcoholism, postpartum depression, and family issues. She also spoke openly about trauma in a May podcast, including allegations against Neutrogena, a brand she endorsed for ten years until 2015. Neutrogena issued a statement acknowledging they did not adequately support her during a difficult phase and pledged a significant investment through a health organization.

Out of respect for Hayden's relatives and the ongoing investigation.

— Sloan EllisExplaining the reason for not releasing further statements.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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