Sendhil Ramamurthy, who starred alongside Hayden Panettiere on the NBC superhero series “Heroes,” has shared touching memories of the actress following her recent passing at age 36. Ramamurthy, who played Mohinder Suresh on the show, recalled their first meeting during the final screen test for the series, describing how Panettiere’s calm confidence stood out among the nervous auditioners gathered that day.
In a tribute posted on social media, Ramamurthy praised Panettiere’s character both on and off set. He noted that she demonstrated remarkable professionalism from an early age and was known for advocating on behalf of background actors who faced mistreatment. Beyond her work in front of the camera, Ramamurthy highlighted her considerate nature, mentioning that she made efforts to learn crew members’ names and generously gave her time to those around her.
Ramamurthy also shared a personal anecdote from a press event in Las Vegas, recalling how Panettiere showed genuine concern for his wellbeing when he was feeling unwell, insisting he stay hydrated throughout the day. He concluded his remembrance by characterizing her as “a kind, joyful, professional” individual who left a lasting impression on her colleagues during their time working together on the acclaimed series.
Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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