Claire Bennet is a fictional character in the NBC psychological thriller superhero drama series Heroes. She is portrayed by Hayden Panettiere and first appeared on television in the pilot episode of the series, "Genesis", on September 25, 2006.

Claire Bennet was one of the main protagonists in Heroes. Was a college student and former cheerleader, adopted by Noah Bennet and his wife, and was the biological (and illegitimate) daughter of Nathan Petrelli and Meredith Gordon and niece of Peter Petrelli and Flint Gordon.

The main cast of Heroes are credited in alphabetical order in the episodes they appear in only. The season (s) during which each actor is included in the main cast are marked in green below, while the season (s) during which a starring actor appears as a guest star are marked in yellow.

Heroes (TV Series 2006– ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.

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In its inaugural season, Heroes featured an ensemble cast of twelve main characters. During the first season, the NBC Heroes cast page listed ten characters among the cast; Leonard Roberts arrived later, and Jack Coleman was promoted to series regular as of the eleventh episode.

Jan 31, 2025 · Previously known for a six-year stint on Dynasty in the 1980s, Coleman portrayed Claire Bennet’s father, Noah, on the supernatural NBC series.

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Claire Bennet is a former cheerleader who has the ability to regenerate. Claire Bennet's adoptive father is Noah Bennet. When attending Union Wells High School, she was friends with Zach and (more or less) Jackie Wilcox. Claire Bennet is played by the actress Hayden Panettiere.

Jul 3, 2024 · Panettiere's breakout role came in the form of Claire Bennet, a cheerleader with regenerative abilities, in the popular science fiction television series 'Heroes'.