Spokesperson Condemns Speculation After Hayden Panettiere's Death

Hayden Panettiere's spokesperson has condemned rampant online speculation about the actress's death, calling it deeply disrespectful to her memory and loved ones. The statement, released to "Us Weekly," said many people are using her death to fuel gossip about a situation they knew little about. The spokesperson added that there is "much more to this story" than is currently public, and that her inner circle is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Panettiere died on August 16 at age 36 in Greenville, South Carolina. While an autopsy found no signs of foul play, the official cause of death is pending, and the DEA has joined the local police investigation.