Wladimir Klitschko Shares Promise to Daughter Following Hayden Panettiere’s Death
Wladimir Klitschko, former professional boxer and ex-fiancé of Hayden Panettiere, has spoken out following her death, sharing a promise made to their daughter.
Portland, OR, August 18, 2026 —
Wladimir Klitschko, the former professional boxer and ex-fiancé of the late Hayden Panettiere, has publicly addressed her recent passing. Klitschko shared a poignant promise he made to their daughter, Kaya, in the wake of Panettiere’s death.
The former heavyweight champion stated that he would ensure their daughter would not forget her mother. Details surrounding Panettiere’s death have not been extensively provided, but her passing was confirmed recently. Panettiere, known for her roles in television shows such as ‘Nashville’ and ‘Heroes,’ was 34 years old.
Klitschko and Panettiere were engaged in the mid-2010s and welcomed their daughter, Kaya, in 2014. The couple ended their engagement in 2018, but maintained a relationship focused on co-parenting their child.
Further information regarding the circumstances of Panettiere’s death has not been released. Klitschko’s statement, focusing on his commitment to his daughter and preserving her mother’s memory, marks one of the first public comments from the former boxer since the news of Panettiere’s death emerged.
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