Jonathan Jackson posts a tribute to his late co-star Hayden Panettiere on Instagram, expressing sorrow and praising her. In the post, Jackson says he has “no words” to express the loss of their “beloved Hayden,” and writes that she had a “bright light” and will always be in their hearts.
Jackson is known for playing Avery Barkley on ABC’s musical drama “Nashville,” a role he plays alongside Panettiere, who appears throughout the show’s six-season run. Both outlets describe the tribute as personal and focused on Panettiere’s impact on those around her.
While both sources report the same core message, they differ slightly in emphasis: Deadline highlights Jackson’s role as Panettiere’s on-screen husband, and the specific wording about her lasting place in the hearts of others; The Hollywood Reporter focuses more generally on the collaboration on “Nashville” over six seasons and the “bright light” characterization.
