“I just wanted to drum it out and watch mindless television and great shows.”

This post contains discussion of substance abuse.

Hayden starred on the show throughout, but during her time filming, she struggled with substance abuse issues.

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

So I turned to unhealthy coping mechanisms.

She even referred to being on the show as a “traumatizing” experience.

“And then they turned her into an alcoholic.

Screenshot from "Nashville"

They werent creating new storylines.

And then, ta-da!

Its done and done.

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

I just wanted to drum it out and watch mindless television and great shows.

“I was like, tear central.

I dont even think on a soap opera that I cried as much [as I did] onNashville.

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

you’re free to read the entire interviewhere.

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

Screenshot from "Nashville"

Screenshot from "Nashville"

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

Closeup of Hayden Panettiere

Screenshot from "Nashville"