Hayden Panettiere’s Mother Condemns Gayle King for Criticism After Daughter’s Passing

Lesley Vogel, mother of the late actress Hayden Panettiere, has publicly criticized CBS Mornings host Gayle King for her remarks regarding Vogel's response to her daughter's tragic death. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Vogel expressed her deep hurt and disappointment over King’s lack of compassion, stating, “It’s shameful. It’s unconscionable to me.”

Vogel's comments came after Panettiere, known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, passed away at the age of 36. Following the news, Vogel had spoken candidly about her daughter's struggles, particularly her tumultuous relationship with Brian Hickerson, who was present at the time of her death. Vogel lamented that Hayden had “lost her way” and wished she had remained true to herself.

During a CBS broadcast, King criticized Vogel for what she deemed an inappropriate focus on her daughter’s difficulties rather than honoring her memory. “Thanks, mom, for nothing,” King remarked, reflecting on the missed opportunity to celebrate Panettiere’s life. The tension between Vogel and Panettiere was well-documented, with the actress previously opening up about the challenges stemming from their relationship in her memoir.

Source: www.hollywoodreporter.com