‘Heroes’ Stars Hayden Panettiere And Milo Ventimiglia Are Dating

They have been dodging rumours of a romance since late last year - but friends of teenage Heroes star have confirmed that the 18-year-old IS having a relationship with her 30-year-old co-star Milo Ventimiglia.

Having previously denied a relationship, the two Heroes stars, according to their friends are now said to be a fully-fledged item.

A source said that Milo, who is 12 years older than his young girlfriend, has been given the seal of approval by the petite blonde’s mother, who said she “adores” the handsome, dark-haired actor.

The source added: “Hayden’s mom adores Milo. She thinks he’s so cute. She’s very proud.

The couple are reported to be “very affectionate together, and very comfortable around each other.”

According to People magazine, the handsome Heroes star accompanied Hayden to New York to meet her family who don’t appear to be bothered by the slight generation gap between the pair.

The source added: “At first it doesn’t seem like there’s a big age difference, but then you do see it… He’s more proper and reserved, and she’s still playful and very girly.”

The actress’ spokesperson said: “We do not respond to inquiries from the media regarding Ms. Panettiere’s personal life.”

Rumours first flew when the couple were spotted smooching at an Emmys party in September

But by the end of last year, they were regularly seen out together at various showbiz events.

Previously when asked about reports of a possible romance with Panettiere, Ventimiglia rebuffed the rumours and said: “She and I are close friends.

“It’s only natural that people are going to couple us together.”
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