Hayden Panettiere’s recent interview with PEOPLE has sparked concern among fans due to her slurred speech. During the interview, she opened up about her brother Jansen’s death last year and also spoke about her daughter, Kaya. Observers noticed her struggling with her words, leading to speculation about her well-being. Fans reacted strongly online, urging PEOPLE to take down the video, calling it exploitative and painful to watch.
Panettiere’s representative responded to these concerns, explaining that the interview was emotionally taxing for her as she was discussing her brother for the first time. They assured that she was not under the influence but rather overwhelmed after a long day. A source close to the actor also mentioned that Panettiere was fully cooperative during the interview, and her team was present throughout the shoot.
This is not the first time Panettiere has faced public scrutiny. She has previously spoken about her struggles with addiction, which began when she was introduced to “happy pills” at the age of 15. She has shared how her dependency on substances escalated over the years, becoming a significant challenge in her life. Panettiere has described how it took a toll on her, highlighting her determination to appear strong despite her struggles.
The incident has reignited discussions around Panettiere’s past battles and the pressures of public life. Fans and supporters hope that she continues to find strength and support in her journey toward healing and recovery.
