Actress Hayden Panettiere paid a heartfelt tribute to her late brother, Jansen, on what would have been his 29th birthday. She posted a touching childhood Christmas photo on Instagram, saying, “Happy Birthday little brother. I miss you every day. I’ll love you forever ❤️.”

Jansen, who was also part of the film industry, passed away suddenly in February. He was found unresponsive after missing a meeting, and it was later revealed that he died due to an enlarged heart (cardiomegaly) and aortic valve complications.

The family shared their sentiments, stating, “Jansen’s heart could be seen in his eyes, and his charm in his brilliant, engaging smile. His charisma, warmth, compassion for others, and his creative spirit will live forever in our hearts and in the hearts of all whom he encountered.”

Hayden and Jansen shared a close bond, and she is deeply heartbroken by his loss. This tragedy adds to Hayden’s own struggles, as she has openly discussed her battle with addiction and relinquished custody of her daughter in 2018.