After years of personal struggles, actress Hayden Panettiere passed away on August 16, 2026. She was just 36, and the news of her death was a shock to her fans and loved ones. She faced many problems in her life, and an abusive relationship with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, was one of them. The actress had reunited with Brian two weeks before her death against the wishes of her loved ones.
Hayden Panettiere’s mom doesn’t want Brian Hickerson’s presence during the actress’ funeral
As per recent reports, Hayden Panettiere’s mom, Lesley Vogel, is making sure to keep Brian Hickerson away from Hayden’s funeral. After Hayden’s sudden death, Vogel has voiced her hatred towards Brian, and now she is taking all measures to keep him away during Hayden’s final goodbye. As per a family source:
“Lesley is adamant Brian will not be welcome. She wants this to be about Hayden — not Brian, not their history and certainly not another circus surrounding her daughter.”
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