Father of Hayden Panettiere's daughter mourns ex's death: 'It was an important part of my life'

Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere Reproduction/Instagram/REUTERS Wladimir Klitschko spoke out this Monday (17) about the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, mother of his daughter Kaya, now 11 years old. In an emotional message, the former Ukrainian boxer stated that the artist played an important role in his life. "The announcement of Hayden's tragic death saddens me deeply. She left this world too soon. Hayden, although no longer my partner, was an important part of my life and the mother of our daughter, Kaya," he wrote. Remember the life and trajectory of actress Hayden Panettiere, who died at the age of 36. The American actress known for her roles in TV series such as “Nashville” and “Heroes” died at the age of 36 on Sunday (16). Klitschko stated that the actress faced difficult periods throughout her life, but highlighted that this did not diminish her professional trajectory. He also said that he will make a point of keeping his ex-partner's memory alive for his daughter. Death of Hayden Panettiere: what is known and what remains to be known about the case "She built an incredible career thanks to her immense talent, while facing the darkest sides of an extremely demanding industry. Nothing will erase the moments we shared or the place she held in our lives. To our daughter, Kaya, I will always speak of her mother with respect and will make sure she remembers who she was." The former athlete also highlighted that the actress' death occurred too soon and asked for respect for the family's privacy at this time. Hayden Panettiere came out as bisexual in biography months before she died: 'I was afraid' Celebrities mourn Hayden Panettiere's death at 36: 'Praying for your daughter'