Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her versatile roles in movies and television series, has once again surprised fans with a bold and vibrant hair transformation. The 34-year-old star, famous for her role in the ‘Scream’ franchise, recently took to Instagram to reveal her latest hairdo, which beautifully combines shades of pink and green, exuding what she described as “watermelon vibes.”
In her Instagram post, Panettiere sported a denim chambray button-down shirt, complemented by a full makeup look that emphasized her eye-catching hair color. She opted for a nude pinkish lip gloss and shimmery pink eyeshadow, perfectly harmonizing with her distinctive pink and green locks.
Panettiere expressed her appreciation for her new hairstyle in the caption, writing, “Love my new watermelon 🍉 vibes up top! Thanks @erickohair you’re the best! Xoxo.” While she has been flaunting her pink locks throughout September, she has yet to confirm whether these striking new colors are permanent changes to her look.
This bold hair transformation comes after Panettiere’s candid revelation in a March interview with Women’s Health, where she disclosed her personal struggles with hair loss as a result of her battle with alcohol addiction.
The actress confessed that her struggles with alcohol addiction began at the age of 22 as a means of coping with stress. By 2014, after the birth of her daughter, Kaya, she found herself dealing with postpartum depression and a neck injury. To manage her anxiety and physical pain, she turned to alcohol and opioid pills, which only exacerbated her problems.
Panettiere recognized the need for help and checked into a treatment center in 2015 while filming the television series ‘Nashville.’ Despite her efforts, she experienced a relapse and continued to grapple with alcohol addiction.
In an attempt to address her stress and anxiety, Panettiere took a break from acting in 2018 but continued to rely on alcohol as a coping mechanism. By the time she turned 30, her alcohol addiction had taken a toll on her physical health, leading to liver issues, jaundice, weight gain, and severe hair loss.
Additionally, she struggled with sleep deprivation due to her addiction, which further affected her overall well-being. In 2021, recognizing the gravity of her situation, she sought professional help, entered a 12-step program, and underwent intensive trauma therapy.
After her treatment in 2021, Panettiere shared that her mental health had improved, stating, “It’s an everyday battle and one that today I am happy to say I am winning.”
More recently, Panettiere has returned to acting and rejoined the ‘Scream’ franchise for its sixth installment. During an appearance on ‘Good Morning America,’ she revealed that she had focused on her mental, physical, and spiritual health before reentering the world of Hollywood. She expressed her excitement about being part of the ‘Scream’ franchise again, signaling a positive and hopeful chapter in her life.