"This is shocking": The emerging cause of death of Hayden Panettiere

American actress Hayden Panettiere was found dead this morning in an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina. According to a 911 call recording obtained by Page Six, she likely died of an overdose. However, the cause of death has not yet been officially confirmed, and local police said there is no suspicion of foul play. An autopsy is expected to determine the cause of death.

American actress Hayden Panettiere was found dead this morning in an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina. Police were called after Panettiere was found unconscious, and a friend called 911 at 1:51 PM. According to the 911 call recording obtained by Page Six, she died after allegedly taking an 'overdose'. However, the cause of death has not yet been officially confirmed, and Greenville Police said that in the initial stage of the investigation, no signs of criminal activity or suspicious circumstances were found. An autopsy is expected to help determine the cause of death. One of her neighbors said he did not even know Panettiere was staying in the complex, and only learned of her death after police and rescue forces arrived. Paramedics were called on Sunday following a report of a woman in 'cardiac arrest' and tried to revive her but without success. Her death was pronounced at 2:23 PM. Panettiere, who began her acting career in childhood, gained worldwide fame in the role of Claire Bennet in the series 'Heroes', and later starred as Juliette Barnes in the series 'Nashville'. She also appeared in the 'Scream' films. Her death comes a few months after the publication of her memoir, in which she revealed her struggles with addiction, postpartum depression, and trauma. Panettiere is survived by her 11-year-old daughter, Kaya, and her parents.