As we reported earlier, actress Hayden Panettiere’s father, Alan, was arrested for allegedly hitting her mother during an argument. The incident has understandbly left us all hurt and confused but, luckily, Mario Lopez is on hand to help explain things to us:

Lesley and Alan told Mario Lopez, “Nothing actually happened.” Explained Mario, “In fact, Lesley wasn’t even aware that Skip had been arrested. Hayden found out about her dad’s arrest when he called her from jail. They love each other very much and want everyone to know that the matter was completely blown out of proportion.”

And there you have it. Thanks, Mario! And, now, for something completely different:

Thanks again, Mario.

Panettieres Say Fight ‘Blown out of Proportion’ [Extra]