Madeline Zima, who starred alongside Hayden Panettiere in the hit series 'Heroes,' is speaking out with a heartfelt message for Hayden's daughter.
In a recent interview on 'TMZ In The Know,' Zima recalled Panettiere as incredibly kind and loving.
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Zima, who began acting at age 8 on 'The Nanny,' said Panettiere was one of the kindest people she's met in the industry.
She noted that Panettiere always prioritized others, even if it meant keeping her distance.
Zima hopes that Panettiere's daughter, Kaya, will one day know her mother through the love and stories of others.
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A Memorable On-Screen Moment
Zima and Panettiere shared a daring kiss in Season 4 of 'Heroes.'
Panettiere appeared in 75 of the show's 77 episodes, more than any other actor, while Zima was credited for 10 episodes in the final season.
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During her time on 'Heroes,' Panettiere met boxer Wladimir Klitschko, beginning a nine-year relationship in 2009.
Their daughter Kaya was born in 2014, and Klitschko gained full custody in 2018.
Panettiere was found unresponsive at a South Carolina residence on Sunday and could not be revived.
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She was 36 years old.