Obit: Jansen Panettiere, Actor and Brother of Hayden Panettiere, Dies at 28

It is with heavy hearts that the world mourns the loss of Jansen Panettiere, the 28-year-old actor and younger brother of actress Hayden Panettiere. He suddenly passed away on Sunday in New York, and the cause of death has yet to be revealed.

Early Life

Born in 1995 to parents Lesley Vogel and Alan Lee “Skip” Panettiere, Jansen grew up in Palisades, NY as the younger brother of Hayden. He attended North Rockland High School before embarking on an acting career.

Acting Career

Jansen was best known for his roles in a variety of films throughout the 2000s, including The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry (2008), The Perfect Game (2009), The Chaperone (2011), and Last Ounce of Courage (2012). He also appeared in several episodes of the Fox series "Malcolm in the Middle," as well as on the Disney Channel series "Hannah Montana."

Other Projects

Outside of acting, Jansen had a passion for art, and launched a Kickstarter campaign in 2016 to crowdfund a project called “WanderLust”. Jansen used travel and photography to create handcrafted jewelry inspired by cultures around the world.

Legacy

Jansen was a beloved brother, son, and friend, with a kind personality and giving heart. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Jansen Panettiere was a talented actor and passionate artist who was taken from this world too soon. He will be remembered for his kind heart and generous spirit, and will forever be missed.