Hayden Panettiere is an American actress and singer, born on August 21, 1989, in Palisades, New York. She gained fame for her role as Claire Bennet in the popular television series Heroes, which aired from 2006 to 2010. Panettiere has also appeared in films such as Remember the Titans and Scream 4. In addition to her acting career, Panettiere is known for her work in voice acting, particularly as the character Kirby in the video game Kirby: Right Back at Ya!. She has also been involved in various charitable efforts, including advocacy for marine life conservation and mental health awareness.