Caroline Flack's brother Paul dies six years after tragic loss of TV presenter
The older brother of Caroline Flack has passed away, six years after the death of his TV star sister.
According to a report from Eastern Daily Press, Paul Flack was found unresponsive at his home in Norfolk on 21 June, later dying at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital. His death occurred just three days after his 55th birthday.
Paul is survived by his partner and two children.
An inquest into the artist and graphic designer's death was opened at Norfolk Coroner’s Court on Monday (29 June) and has since been adjourned until 23 October while further evidence is gathered.
Details from the inquest confirmed his identity and a provisional cause of death while further investigations are ongoing.
Paul's death comes six years after the passing of his younger sister Caroline, a TV presenter famous for appearing on shows such as Love Island and The X Factor, who died at her home in February 2020, at the age of 40.
Following the news of her death, Paul's final Instagram post was a tribute to his sister, reading: "This will be my last post here. May those who know feel shame for eternity. Love you Caroline."
Both Paul and Caroline were born in London but spent their early years growing up in Norfolk.
Tributes to Paul have begun to flood in on the post, with people also sharing their condolences for his family.
Flackstock, which was set up by friends of Caroline after her death, shared a heartfelt tribute to Paul, calling him 'funny, kind and loving'.
"We are beyond heartbroken by Paul Flack’s passing. We loved Paul so deeply, and this news has shattered us all. Paul was funny, kind and loving. He gave the best hugs and had the most brilliant laugh. We will miss him so much," the statement, shared on Instagram, read.
"Flackstock exists as a festival to give people hope. To remember those who have been lost, and to hold a hand out to anyone who is struggling. This news is hard to hear and hard to share. Right now, our focus is supporting the Flack family however we can, so please bear with us while we grieve someone we loved so very, very much.
"If you are struggling, you are not alone. The Samaritans are there for you 24/7 on 116 123
"Please take care of each other, and be kind," the message concluded.
If you’ve been affected by any of these issues and want to speak to someone in confidence, please don’t suffer alone. Call Samaritans for free on their anonymous 24-hour phone line on 116 123 or contact Harmless by visiting their website https://harmless.org.uk.
If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact Cruse Bereavement Care via their national helpline on 0808 808 1677.
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Brenna Cooper