Hayden Panettiere’s Brother Jansen Panettiere Dies At Age 28

Jansen Panettiere’s cause of death has been revealed just over a week after he passed away at age just 28.

Hayden Panettiere’s brother Jansen’s cause of death has been revealed, with his family saying the actor died from an enlarged heart and valve complications. The heartbreaking news of Jansen’s passing at the age of 28 was announced earlier this month after law enforcement were called to the actor’s home in New York. It’s believed his friends raised concerns about him after he failed to attend a scheduled business meeting.

Hayden Panettiere and her family have shared their first statements following the death of Jansen Panettiere. He was 28 years old and died suddenly over the past week.Hayden Panettiere launches Ukraine relief fund: ‘We can make a difference in their fight’Jenna Ortega & Melissa Barrera tease what’s coming in ‘Scream 6’The Panettiere family shared a joint statement on ABC News, reminiscing about Jensen and sharing his cause of death.

A week after the tragic passing of Hayden Panettiere's brother Jansen at just 28, his family is offering insight into his legacy and what caused his death. "Jansen’s heart could be seen in his eyes, and his charm in his brilliant, engaging smile; his soul in his masterful and revealing paintings, and the joy of life in his dry wit," his family, including his famous older sister and his father and mother Skip and Lesley, said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

The family of Jansen Panettiere, including his sister Hayden, have revealed that the 28-year-old actor’s death last week was caused by cardiomegaly, or enlarged heart, coupled with aortic valve complications.

Jansen Panettiere‘s cause of death has been released by his family and they also shared a statement after his sudden passing earlier this month at the young age of 28.

The Panettiere family is opening up about the loss of their beloved son and brother, Jansen Panettiere, days after his shocking death. On Monday in a statement to ABC News, the family revealed the 28-year-old actor died from an enlarged heart, sharing:

The Walking Dead star dying due to heart complications.The star’s passing was confirmed last week, after law enforcement officials were called to his home in New York on Sunday, February 19.In a new statement, his family – which includes sister Hayden Panettiere – said that his “heart could be seen in his eyes, and his charm in his brilliant, engaging smile” and “his soul in his masterful and revealing paintings, and the joy of life in his dry wit”.“His charisma, warmth, compassion for others, and his creative spirit will live forever in our hearts and in the hearts of all whom he encountered,” they said in a statement to ABC News.“Though it offers little solace, the Medical Examiner reported Jansen’s sudden passing was due to cardiomegaly (enlarged heart), coupled with aortic valve complications,” they confirmed.“We sincerely appreciate the outpouring of love and support towards our family as we navigate this unthinkable loss, and ask that we be gifted our privacy during this time of mourning.

Gone too soon. Jansen Panettiere‘s family is speaking out one week after his death at age 28.

Hayden Panettiere's younger brother, Jansen Panettiere, has been revealed by his family.In a statement to, the Panettiere family, including Hayden, and their parents, mom Lesley Vogel and dad Skip Panettiere, shared the cause of death for Jansen.«Though it offers little solace, the Medical Examiner reported Jansen's sudden passing was due to cardiomegaly (enlarged heart), coupled with aortic valve complications,» the family said.They also remembered the late actor a week after his untimely death.«Jansen’s heart could be seen in his eyes, and his charm in his brilliant, engaging smile; his soul in his masterful and revealing paintings, and the joy of life in his dry wit,» the statement continued. «His charisma, warmth, compassion for others, and his creative spirit will live forever in our hearts and in the hearts of all whom he encountered.»A post shared by Jansen Rane Panettiere (@jrpanettiere)The family concluded their message by thanking fans for their support amid the difficult time.«We sincerely appreciate the outpouring of love and support towards our family as we navigate this unthinkable loss, and ask that we be gifted our privacy during this time of mourning,» the family said. «We love you so much Jansen and you will be in our hearts forever.»Like his sister, Jansen was an actor. He had several film and TV roles throughout the early 2000s, with credits on Even Stevens, The X's, Tiger Cruise, Racing Stripes, The Martial Arts Kid, The Walking Dead, Perfect Game and How High 2.

statement to ABC News. “His charisma, warmth, compassion for others, and his creative spirit will live forever in our hearts and in the hearts of all whom he encountered.”The family added, “Though it offers little solace, the Medical Examiner reported Jansen’s sudden passing was due to cardiomegaly (enlarged heart), coupled with aortic valve complications.”Panettiere was found by a friend unresponsive and sitting upright in a chair, according to the police report obtained by The Post from the Orangetown Police Department.

statement to ABC News. “His charisma, warmth, compassion for others, and his creative spirit will live forever in our hearts and in the hearts of all whom he encountered.”The family added, “Though it offers little solace, the Medical Examiner reported Jansen’s sudden passing was due to cardiomegaly (enlarged heart), coupled with aortic valve complications.”Panettiere was found by a friend unresponsive and sitting upright in a chair, according to the police report obtained by The Post from the Orangetown Police Department.

Hayden Panettiere's late brother, Jansen Panettiere, had a number of projects in the works before his sudden death, and now one of his final scenes in an upcoming film has surfaced.TMZ obtained a scene from the upcoming campy-horror 3-D film, which shows Jansen planting a steamy kiss on his co-star Grace Van Dien, known for her role as Chrissy Cunningham in .The outlet also reported the scene was filmed before the pandemic. Following a delay, the film is now in post-production and expected to be released at the end of this year or in early 2024. The film's director and producer, Jenni Gold, told TMZ the late actor will be missed and the film will be dedicated to him.ET confirmed Jansen died last weekend in New York.

A police report released to Fox News Digital on Thursday revealed more details in the death of actor Jansen Panettiere, the 28-year-old brother of actress Hayden Panettiere. The Orangetown Police Department's initial report from the scene showed officers responded to Panettiere's apartment in Nyack, New York, shortly after 5 p.m. Sunday on report of an "unresponsive male with CPR in progress."  When officers arrived at the home, Benjamin Brown, a friend of Panettiere, was performing CPR on the actor, who was laying on his back on the living room floor.

Hayden Panettiere feels "absolutely heartbroken" over the death of her brother. Jansen Panettiere - who was the 33-year-old actress' only brother - passed away in New York City over the weekend, and Hayden has been left feeling devastated by the news. A source shared: "Hayden is absolutely heartbroken.

A tragic event. With news about his sudden death, many are wondering how did Jansen Panettiere die?

Jansen Panettiere was reportedly struggling with addiction before his death.

TMZ reports. The 28-year-old brother of the “Scream” actress, 33, died at his home in New York.

It was just this week that we learned of the tragic passing of Hayden Panettiere‘s brother, Jansen Panettiere, at the young age of 28.