Get a rundown of Us ‘ top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on August 20, 2026. Here are the key takeaways:

• Brian Hickerson broke his silence on Hayden Panettiere ‘s death through his attorney Sloan Ellis , who said the investigation is ongoing and police have confirmed no signs of foul play. The statement said they had no further comment out of respect for Panettiere’s loved ones.

• Panettiere’s mother, Lesley Vogel , attributed their estrangement to the “involvement of a toxic individual who I believe led to her death” in a statement to Entertainment Tonight . Vogel said her daughter became involved with…

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