Actor Justin Chatwin expressed frustration with Hollywood culture while mourning the loss of his co-star Hayden Panettiere. His feelings shifted from grief to anger over what he perceives as inadequate support for those grappling with trauma and addiction in the entertainment industry.

“I’m a man, so I process things by getting pissed off,” Chatwin stated. “I’m kind of angry that in our industry, people aren’t taken care of. They get the work, they sell the product, and there’s just a lot of individuals dying from an inability to feel pain or heal trauma.” He emphasized the lack of support and awareness around these critical issues.

Hayden Panettiere died at 36 on August 16. She was found in cardiac arrest at her home in Greenville, South Carolina, where emergency personnel tried life-saving efforts. An autopsy reported no trauma contributing to her death, and her official cause remains under investigation.

“It’s an epidemic that needs to be looked at. We’ve lost a lot of people, not just in Hollywood, but across America,” Chatwin remarked.

Chatwin’s last memories with Panettiere stem from their work on “Sleepwalker.” He fondly remembered a dinner they shared post-filming and considered her one of his top favorite colleagues, noting her sweetness. However, he sensed her struggles, citing pain from personal battles and the impact of two decades in Hollywood.

Panettiere had publicly spoken about her struggles with addiction, which she detailed in her memoir “This Is Me: A Reckoning.” Chatwin also highlighted the loneliness that often accompanies Hollywood success, drawing attention to the solitary nature of life off the movie set.

The actor warned about the dangers of accepting roles that force actors to confront unhealed traumas. Panettiere was known for roles like Claire Bennet on “Heroes” and Juliette Barnes on “Nashville,” earning Golden Globe nominations. Her influence extended into executive production roles and the “Scream” franchise.

Chatwin hopes Panettiere will be remembered positively despite her evident pain. Describing her, he said, “She was a unicorn.” Reflecting on her aspirations, her primary focus was simply to be happy.