Solange Knowles has reacted to the sudden death of Hayden Panettiere two days after the 36-year-old actress was found deceased from a suspected overdose in a Greenville, South Carolina residence. Solange and Hayden starred together in the third film from the famous “Bring It On” teen cheer movie franchise, “Bring It On: All Or Nothing,” which was released in 2006.
Solange wrote in Tuesday’s emotional tribute which she shared to her Instagram Stories:
Rest in peace Hayden. In peace because you are so deserving of it. We had so many parallels in our lives, and the world watched u so courageously live in your radical truth telling your story. We watched your endless quest for vulnerability, and healing.
I salute your journey and I honor the work we created together that became something that really means something to people…reaching people we couldn’t have ever imagined at the time, as two young girls, trying to keep looking to the light.
The light surrounds you now.
Rest easy Hayden.
Francia Raisa Reacts to Hayden Panettiere’s Death
Francia Raisa, another “Bring It On” castmate of Hayden’s who is best known for her role as Adrian in “The Secret Life of the American Teenager,” also reacted, sharing a photo of Hayden to her Instagram Stories with the words “I’ve been stuck since last night. I can’t believe this.” She added, “Rest well my ‘Bring It On’ sis.”
Raisa played the tough-talking cheerleader Leti in the project, while Hayden took on the role of Britney, the preppy rich-girl captain of the team. Meanwhile, Solange played Camille, a rival cheerleader from another school who ends up becoming Hayden’s teammate when she transfers.
Gustavo Carr, the cast member who played Hayden’s love interest, also reacted with a post of himself posing with the “Nashville” star.
He wrote in the caption:
You are a light, Hayden. A muse. An artist. An old soul, wise beyond your years. The kind of person people loved to work with and felt lucky to know.
I hope you knew you were seen and loved.
So much life lived, and still far too soon. I wish there had been one more hug.
Rest peacefully, Hayden. Sending all my love to your daughter, your family, and everyone who loved you. ❤️🕊️
New Report Says Hayden Panettiere’s Boyfriend Brian Hickerson Was ‘With Her’ When She Passed Away
A police incident report cited by NBC on the morning of Tuesday, August 18, says Hayden’s on-off boyfriend Brian Hickerson and his brother were both at the scene when Hayden was declared dead Sunday night.
The outlet says the report by the Greenville police, which was heavily redacted, said Zach was “very emotional” while responders were rendering aid to Hayden, according to the responding officer.
Meanwhile, the outlet says the report notes Brian became visibly emotional after Hayden was declared dead.
A “bag of medication” is also mentioned, which the report says Brian showed police and identified as medication Hayden was taking.
The outlet notes that Hayden’s official cause of death is still under investigation, and that “not signs of trauma were discovered that would have contributed to her death,” per a statement from officials.
