Hayden Panettiere spotted cuddling with ex-boyfriend Wladimir Klitschko

Within the past couple of weeks actress Hayden Panettiere has been seen spending time with ex-boyfriend and boxer Wladimir Klitschko. The two had previously dated for two years but broke things off in 2011.

Last month Panettiere denied rekindled romance rumors and insisted they were just still great friends. However, according to TMZ, the Nashville star was seen cuddling up to her athletic ex in Florida at the Taco Beach Shack this week.

The pair were also photographed leaving together while holding hands. A source told Us Weekly, “They never fell completely out of touch.”

In a 2011 interview with the mag, Panettiere spoke about her affection for athletes, saying, “But I like [romancing athletes]. It's been a really cool thing because they're in similar circles, where they understand the schedule, the work ethic, the social aspect, but they're not exactly in your industry, so it works out well.”

Panettiere most recently dated professional football player Scotty McKnight but the two split up this past December after a six month relationship.

There is still no official word on whether or not the 5'2” actress is back together with her former 6'6” love.

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