Connie Britton Praises Hayden Panettiere’s ‘Brilliance’ After ‘Nashville’ Co-Star’s Death: ‘I Love You Girl. Sleep Easy Now’

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Connie Britton has “no words” following the death of her “Nashville” co-star Hayden Panettiere at 36 years old. The duo starred together on five seasons of the ABC country music drama from 2012 to 2016, with Panettiere headlining the series solo during its sixth and final season in 2018. Britton returned as a guest star during the final episodes.

“This was Hayden. Bursting with brilliance, shining so bright,” Britton posted on social media alongside a slideshow of photos of Panettiere and herself over the years. “I have no words for this sad song. Just heartbreak. I love you girl. Sleep easy now.”

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