The Only Way Is Essex favourite Yazmin Oukhellou has returned to Instagram following the tragic death of Jake McLean.
The reality star, 31, was involved in a car accident with her on/off boyfriend Jake, 33, in Turkey last month.
They were in a vehicle which plunged 70foot off a cliff in Bodrum, killing Jake and leaving Yaz badly injured.
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She logged into her Instagram page on Tuesday (August 16) to thank fans for their support.
Alongside a series of previously unseen loved-up snaps of herself and Jake, Yaz penned: “I have been taking some time away from social media to fully focus on my mental and physical recovery. I needed this time away to work on healing and processing everything as best as I can.
(Image: yazminoukhellou/Instagram)
“This has taught me that life is so short and we must cherish our loved ones as much as possible.
“I am so grateful for our memories and the special time that Jake and I shared. I’ve not stopped thinking about him and I’ll miss him always. He will forever hold a special place in my heart.
“I want to thank everyone for their support and lovely messages. I truly appreciate each and every single one of you. Love Yaz.”
Fans rushed to send Yaz support messages in the comment section underneath her Instagram post.
One fan penned: “Sending you love darling.”
Another added: “I will always always be here for you. Hold your head up high. Only you know.”
A third person posted: “Yazmin I’m so proud of how you have coped with everything you have been through. I would never wish this on anybody on what has happened to you.
“You are the strongest person I know and I’m so grateful to still have you in my life. I love you much.”
Jake’s funeral was held at St Thomas of Canterbury church in Essex on Tuesday.
In attendance was ex-girlfriend Lauren Goodger who was dressed in an all white outfit as she attempted to hide her sobs as she said goodbye to Jake who she had previously dated for four years.
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James ‘Arg’ Argent also turned up with a fellow ITV co-star Liam Gatsby and hid his emotion behind a pair of dark sunglasses.
Masses of floral tributes were placed around the church as the rain fell on what proved to be a sad day for all.
Mourners surrounded the entrance as Jakes body was carried into the chapel with a huge Lamborghini badge situated on top of the casket.
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