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Panettiere is remembered for roles on "Heroes" and "Nashville," among others. Actress Hayden Panettiere has died, her representative confirmed to ABC News. She was 36 years old. "It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her -- and to the millions who watched her onscreen," her father, Skip Panettiere, said in a statement. Her father asked for privacy "as our family takes time to process this unimaginable loss."

Australian Golfer Jessica Bang died at the age of 18 after suffering a brain hemorrhage ahead of a qualifying event in Thailand, according to the WPGA Tour of Australasia. “The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the WPGA Tour of Australasia and the broader Australian golf community are with Jessica’s family, friends and all those who knew and loved her at this incredibly difficult time,” the organization said in a statement published by multiple outlets. Bang collapsed on Aug. 1 while preparing for the KLPGA Tour’s International Qualifying Tournament and underwent emergency brain surgery at Synphat Ramintra Hospital in Bangkok...She...

A 34-year-old UFC fighter died of a heart attack on Monday. Flyweight fighter Allan Nascimento reportedly died in his sleep. The São Paulo native would have turned 35 this September, ESPN Brazil reported. "This morning, Monday, August 3rd, our beloved flyweight fighter, Allan Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep. Despite the efforts of the responding medical team, he was pronounced deceased at the scene," the UFC said on Monday. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Allan's family, friends, teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time," the UFC said. This morning,...

Dear Readers, I know many of you have been hoping for more time. So was I. Today I write with news none of us wanted to receive. Jon Rappoport passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, July 8, 2026. One week ago I wrote to let you know that Jon could no longer continue his daily publishing schedule. Two days ago I shared how I intend to steward his work. I now fulfill the final responsibility Jon personally entrusted to me. Several weeks before his passing, Jon recorded the message you are about to hear and asked me to...

Kyle Busch, a generational talent who rose to become a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and one of the sport’s greatest drivers, died Thursday. He was 41. Busch’s death, which was announced by the Busch family, NASCAR and Richard Childress Racing, marked a sudden, staggering blow to the motorsports community. His team had indicated earlier Thursday that Busch had been hospitalized with a severe illness. Busch was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR’s top division, where he won two Cup Series titles (2015, 2019) and 63 races — a figure that ranks ninth on the circuit’s all-time win list....

NASCAR icon Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races across the sport's three national series than any other driver in history, has died at the age of 41, the racing series announced Thursday. The Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR issued a joint statement Thursday saying that Busch died after being hospitalized earlier in the day as the result of a severe illness, three days before he was to compete at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. No cause of death was given. "On behalf of the Busch family, everyone at Richard Childress Racing...

Ben Arnet, who was the Sports Director at KOMU 8, reportedly passed away at the age of 43 on Thursday. KOMU 8 shared in a late-night post that Arnett had passed away at the age of 43 on August 28, 2025... Arnet will be remembered as a passionate journalist, friend and father who pushed those around him to do their best and succeed at whatever they set their minds to. He was admired by his students, friends, colleagues and family and will be dearly missed. Arnet leaves behind a loving wife, Nicole, and daughter, Lyla. KRCG 13 offers our hearts...

A Biden-era US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead in her Alexandria, Virginia, home on Saturday morning. The cause and manner of death is unknown. Jessica Aber, 43, was found unresponsive on Saturday morning. Her death is under investigation. “This morning, at approximately 9:18 a.m., Alexandria Police responded to the 900 block of Beverley Drive for the report of an unresponsive woman. Officers located a deceased woman. Following notification of family members, the Alexandria Police Department can confirm the identity of the woman as Ms. Jessica Aber, age 43, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District...

World-famous snowboarder Luke “The Dingo” Trembath has tragically died suddenly, .. TMZ reported Friday that Trembath was just 38 years old when he passed away unexpectedly. Social media has been flooded with posts in response to the news of his sudden death. However, Trembath’s cause of death has not been revealed. ... He was traveling all around the world with Team Australia by age 13.

A former Ohio State defensive lineman Donovan Munger died at the age of 30 ... The cause of death was not revealed, but Munger had dealt with blood clots during his football playing days, which cut his time on the field short. Munger was on the Buckeyes’ national championship-winning team in 2014.

Newcastle youth graduate Michael Newberry has died suddenly at the age of 27.. Cliftonville, his club in Northern Ireland, pay tribute to the defender.. Newcastle United youth graduate Michael Newberry has died suddenly at the age of 27. His club Cliftonville, who play in the Northern Ireland Football League, released a statement expressing their devastation on Monday - Newberry's 27th birthday. 'Cliftonville Football Club are devastated to learn of the sudden death of Michael Newberry,'

Professional boxer Paul Bamba has unexpectedly died at 35-years-old just days after being crowned WBA Gold Cruiserweight champion.. On Friday, R&B singer and songwriter Ne-Yo issued a joint statement with Bamba’s family announcing the passing. “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of beloved son, brother, friend and boxing champion Paul Bamba, whose light and love touched countless lives,” the statement posted on Instagram read. “He was a fierce yet confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness. But more than anything, he was a tremendous individual that inspired many with his exceptional drive and determination....

'Vibrant' woman, 20, with no symptoms died suddenly Poppy Eagle was at home for the summer when she died at her home in the North EastA university student back home for the summer holidays died suddenly, leaving her family devastated. Poppy Eagle had no previous cardiac issues but her heart stopped unexpectedly, and neither her family's efforts nor those of the emergency services could save her. The 20-year-old was a sister to four and a cherished daughter to Vicki and Peter. Since her death on August 7 this year, her loved ones have channelled their grief into action by setting...

A beloved news anchor who passed away last week died from a brain aneurysm, it has been revealed. Ana Orsini's death was announced on Monday night by CBS affiliate KOLD News13 co-anchors Tyler Butler and Carsyn Currier. The 28-year-old was remembered for her 'funny', vibrant personality as Currier broke down in tears while sharing the tragic news. 'Our beloved friend and co-anchor Ana Orsini passed away unexpectedly last week,' Butler began. 'Ana had been here at 13 News since June of 2023', Currier added, struggling to hold back tears. 'We are devastated by this loss.' The TV host was so...

A flight from Seattle to Istanbul, Turkey made an emergency landing in New York on Wednesday morning after one of its pilots died mid-flight. A Turkish Airlines pilot “lost consciousness” mid-flight forcing the co-pilot to reroute to JFK in New York. Turkish Airlines confirmed Capt. İlçehin Pehlivan, 59, died before the plane landed after medical intervention failed to resuscitate him. The pilot was in perfect health and had his last health examination in August. “Having worked at Turkish Airlines since 2007, İlçehin PEHLİVAN was 59 years old. A periodic health examination was carried out on 08.03.2024 at the Aviation Medical...

The US Air Force Academy is investigating after a 19-year-old first-year cadet was found dead in her Colorado dorm room this week. Avery Koonce of Tyler, Texas, was “found unconscious” in her Colorado Springs room Thursday, USAFA said... “Academy first responders were called and attempted life-saving measures, which were unsuccessful. The cause of death is under investigation,” the academy added. Koonce was a member of USAFA’s class of 2028 and was on its women’s track and field team.

27-year-old footballer Juan Izquierdo has tragically passed away just days after collapsing during a match in Brazil. The tragic news was confirmed by his Uruguayan club, Nacional. ... Izquierdo collapsed on the field last Thursday during a Copa Libertadores match at São Paulo’s Morumbi Stadium, according to ESPN. He was immediately rushed to Albert Einstein Israelite Hospital, where he was placed under intensive care. “Patient Juan Manuel Izquierdo Viana was admitted to the Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein on August 22, 2024, at 8:55 p.m., in cardiac arrest, of undetermined onset, secondary to an arrhythmia,” according to the update provided by...

A California doctor has tragically died “suddenly” after suffering a stroke at just 32 years old. Dr. Maddie Giegold’s tragic sudden death came just five days before completing her residency. According to reports, the young doctor was “fully vaccinated” for Covid and received an mRNA “booster” shot shortly before she died. “I’ve never really met anyone else like her, she’s incredibly goofy,” said friend Hannah Trautner. Trautner said Giegold would do anything to make people laugh and inevitably become her friend. Those closest to Maddie say she loved cats, trail running, and sunflowers, and was described as being very active....

Matt Driscoll, the columnist and opinion editor for The News Tribune (TNT), known for his pro-vaccine stance and attacking anyone who spoke out against the jab, died suddenly at his Tacoma home this Sunday, he was 43. TNT announced Driscoll’s death this week. “We’ve lost a fried and beloved colleague, but Tacoma and Pierce County have lost someone who never stopped caring,” said fellow TNT writer Sean Robinson.

Kent's death came as he was preparing to launch a new restaurant at 360 Park Avenue South in collaboration with Bravo's Top Chef star Danny Garcia. He also had plans to open five additional restaurants in 2025 in partnership with Paris luxury department store Printemps on Wall Street, as reported by Eater New York. Additionally, he was working to open a seafood restaurant on Park Avenue and a bakery in Brooklyn, according to Eater. Kent began his journey under the mentorship of famous chefs like Gordon Ramsay, David Bouley, and Jean-Georges. Kent's cause of death has not yet been disclosed