Caroline Flack has become the third Love Island star to take her life in just two years – sparking calls for ITV to axe the show for good.
Her death follows the tragic suicides of Sophie Gradon in 2018 and fellow islander Mike Thalassitis last August.
The troubled TV presenter was found dead at 40 in her East London flat this weekend.
A family spokesperson said: “We can confirm that our Caroline passed away today, the 15th of February.
“We would ask that the press respect the privacy of the family at this difficult time.”
Caroline started presenting Love Island in 2015 – and went on to be a huge hit with fans of the show.
Mike Thalassitis was found dead in a North London park in August (Image: PA)
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But she stood down as a host in December 2019 after cops charged her with assaulting boyfriend Lewis Burton.
Former Miss Great Britain Sophie took her own life at her parents home in Ponteland, Northumberland.
An inquest found the 32-year-old hanged herself after a cocaine and alcohol binge following a private battle with depression.
Sophie Gradon took her life in June 2018 (Image: Internet Unknown)
Her body was found by boyfriend Adam Armstrong and his brother Ryan.
The following year Mike, 26, was found dead in a park near his North London home.
According to fellow contestant Montana Brown, Mike had been in a “dark place” in the weeks before he died.
Caroline was found dead in her East London flat this morning (Image: WireImage)
Their deaths sparked calls for better aftercare for reality TV contestants.
ITV bosses were hauled to parliament for a grilling by the Commons Culture Select Committee, who launched an investigation into reality television.
They presented MPs with a 27-page document which is sent to the potential villa residents outlining the dangers of rapid fame, and explained how they contact contestants’ GPs asking whether ‘your patient has a history of suicidal ideation’.
She previously spoke out about her mental health (Image: GC Images)
Among these issues, reality TV candidates are questioned about their past sexual health, history of excessive weight gain and mental health issues like self-harm.
They must disclose any previous mental health problems including eating disorders, diagnosis of Autism or a related disorder, and use of illicit drugs.
Islanders are cautioned that if they do not openly reveal any past or present mental or psychological health conditions prior to or during filming, they ‘waive any rights to bring a claim against us or claim damages… based upon condition following your departure as a contestant from the main show’.
Caroline was axed as a Love Island presenter in December (Image: Supplied by WENN)
The document discloses that “Love Island will hopefully be a very positive experience, but when regular life resumes, there are potential downsides to be aware of”.
An ITV spokeswoman said tonight: “Everybody at Love Island and ITV is shocked and saddened by this desperately sad news.
“Caroline was a much loved member of the Love Island team and our sincere thoughts and condolences are with her family and friends.”
For emotional support you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
