Hayden Panettiere

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Panettiere is addressing a controversial on-camera interview that left fans concerned over her health and mental well-being.

Panettiere says that after her younger brother's death, her grief caused weight gain that made it difficult to leave the house.

"I felt like I was acting out my own life."

In her first television appearance since her brother's death, Panettiere briefly spoke to the special connection she shared with Jansen.

The Panettiere family thanked fans for their support and requested privacy as they grieve the 'unthinkable loss' of 28-year-old Jansen.

A source close to the family says 28-year-old Jansen Panettiere was struggling with mental health issues before his death.

The actor was only 28 years old when he died.

Panettiere says she's doing well after her turbulent relationship with ex-boyfriend, Brian Hickerson.

"This is a turning point for her."