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A new detail has come out following the sudden death of Hayden Panettiere.

The Nashville actress and singer sadly passed away on Sunday (August 16), her family confirmed in a statement.

“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, shared via ABC News.

He asked for privacy, “as our family takes time to process this unimaginable loss.”

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What we know about Hayden Panettiere’s death

After it was first revealed that Hayden sadly passed away this weekend, no other details were known.

Now, law enforcement sources are confirming, via TMZ, that police responded to an incident involving the actress, and there is currently an open investigation.

Another source close to the actress told the publication that she had recently been complaining about back pain in the past year.

TMZ also reported that Hayden had just flown to the south from Los Angeles with her ex, Brian Hickerson, the day before her sudden death.

Our continued thoughts go out to Hayden Panettiere‘s loved ones during this very difficult time. RIP.

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