Trending Now - Hayden Panettiere Opens up About Her Bisexuality Journey

WHO:

US Magazine - Hayden Panettiere was only 8 months old when she signed with Wilhelmina Models and 11 months when she booked her first commercial.

TMZ - Hayden Panettiere, actress and alum of "Nashville"

WHAT:

The Cut - Panettiere stated, “I’m comfortable to confidently say that, yes, I am bisexual,” during her announcement.

The Cut - Panettiere expressed that writing the book motivated her to come out, stating, “It was always the fear of not being perfect, and what my team was going to think about it, what the public’s opinion was going to be about it.”

The Cut - Panettiere stated, “On one hand, it’s sad that I had to wait till I was 36 years old to share that part of me.”

Billboard - Panettiere stated, “I am bisexual. I said it!” during her announcement.

NY Post - Panettiere described her experience dating women as "scary" and stated, "Better late than never."

US Magazine - Panettiere described her childhood experience as a "teenage people pleaser" shaped by rapid success and pressure.

Billboard - Panettiere stated, “I am bisexual. I said it!” during her announcement.

TMZ - Hayden Panettiere publicly came out as bisexual while promoting her new memoir.

NY Post - Panettiere described her experience dating women as "scary" and stated, "Better late than never."

TMZ - Her memoir is titled "This Is Me: A Reckoning."

WHERE:

TMZ - The announcement was made during promotional activities for her memoir.

WHEN:

Just Jared - Hayden Panettiere's memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is set to be released on May 12.

Billboard - The memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is due out on May 19.

Just Jared - Hayden Panettiere's memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is set to be released on May 12.

Billboard - The memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is due out on May 19.

Just Jared - Hayden Panettiere's memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is set to be released on May 12.

TMZ - The memoir "This Is Me: A Reckoning" is set to be released on May 19.

WHY:

The Cut - Panettiere stated that she chose to be “completely brutally honest” about her sexuality now because it never felt like the right time before, and she had never been encouraged to “be myself.”

US Magazine - Panettiere's early career was influenced by her mother, Lesley, who acted as her manager.

NY Post - Panettiere felt "comfortable" and "confident" opening up about her sexuality.

HOW:

The Cut - Panettiere explained that she never let herself become fully emotionally invested in relationships with women because she did not want to hide falling in love.

US Magazine - Panettiere excelled as a child actor due to a combination of her talent and the pressure from her mother.

TMZ - Panettiere revealed her bisexuality through the promotion of her memoir.

(UPDATED May 7, 2026 11:35 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere's memoir, "This Is Me: A Reckoning," is set to be released on May 12 and May 19, according to different sources. In the memoir, Panettiere reveals that she chose to be “completely brutally honest” about her sexuality now because she never felt it was the right time before, and she had never been encouraged to “be myself.” She also shares that she never allowed herself to become fully emotionally invested in relationships with women, as she did not want to hide the experience of falling in love.

(UPDATED May 7, 2026 09:48 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere's memoir, "This Is Me: A Reckoning," is set to be released on May 12, with another announcement indicating it will also be available on May 19. In a recent interview, Panettiere revealed her bisexuality, stating, “I’m comfortable to confidently say that, yes, I am bisexual.” She shared that writing the book inspired her to come out, reflecting on her previous fears about public perception and the expectations of her team.

(UPDATED May 7, 2026 05:56 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere's memoir, titled "This Is Me: A Reckoning," is set to be released on May 12. In a recent statement, Panettiere expressed her feelings about the timing of her story, saying, “On one hand, it’s sad that I had to wait till I was 36 years old to share that part of me.” This upcoming release is highly anticipated as it promises to delve into her personal experiences and journey.

(UPDATED May 6, 2026 23:14 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere has made headlines by publicly declaring, “I am bisexual. I said it!” during an announcement that highlights her journey. She also shared her feelings about dating women, calling the experience "scary" and adding, "Better late than never." Fans can look forward to her memoir, "This Is Me: A Reckoning," which is set to be released on May 19.

(UPDATED May 6, 2026 21:19 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere began her modeling career at just eight months old and landed her first commercial by the time she was eleven months. She describes her childhood as that of a "teenage people pleaser," shaped by the rapid success and pressure she faced, largely influenced by her mother, Lesley, who managed her early career. Panettiere's achievements as a child actor can be attributed to her natural talent, coupled with the expectations set by her mother.

(UPDATED May 6, 2026 19:25 UTC)

In a significant announcement, Panettiere declared, “I am bisexual. I said it!” during a Billboard event today at 19:25 UTC. This bold statement has garnered attention and support from fans and advocates alike.

(UPDATED May 6, 2026 17:31 UTC)

Hayden Panettiere, the actress known for her role in "Nashville," has publicly come out as bisexual while promoting her upcoming memoir titled "This Is Me: A Reckoning." She described her experiences dating women as "scary" but expressed that it’s "better late than never," feeling comfortable and confident in sharing this part of her life. The memoir is set to be released on May 19, and her announcement was made during promotional activities for the book.