Hayden Panettiere's Rep Denies Death Rumors as Investigation Continues

Hayden Panettiere's representative condemned death rumors as speculation, stating there is "much more to this story" while the investigation into her Aug. 16 death continues. The rep criticized those "not close to Hayden" spreading gossip, calling it disrespectful to her memory and grieving loved ones. Authorities have found no foul play or trauma, though dispatch audio mentioned overdose and cardiac arrest. The Drug Enforcement Administration is assisting South Carolina authorities. Panettiere's boyfriend Brian Hickerson, who found her, also urged patience, saying police confirmed no foul play and requesting privacy for the ongoing investigation.