Hollyoaks actor and Celebrity Love Island star Paul Danan has died aged 46.
Best known for his role in Hollyoaks, he played Sol Patrick in the British soap from 1997 until 2001. After acting, he pursued a career in reality television with appearances on Celebrity Love Island, Celebrity Big Brother and Celebrity Coach Trip.
In a statement, his management said: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of @pauldanan at just 46 years old. Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many.
“His untimely departure will leave irreplaceable voids in the lives of all who knew him. During this difficult time, we kindly request respect and privacy for Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues. No further comments will be made at this time.”
Vaping addiction
Last year, the star revealed he nearly died after suffering with respiratory failure following his vaping addiction. He told The Sun on Sunday in June: “I was dead — it’s a miracle I’m here.”
The actor collapsed and was rushed to hospital where he spent a week in intensive care and contracted pneumonia.
Speaking about what happened at the time, he said: “I’m upstairs puffing away on my vape then suddenly I lost my breath and collapsed. My family called for an ambulance and started giving me CPR, then police arrived and took over before paramedics took me to hospital. I was on a machine in ICU and ended up with pneumonia. My family were warned I might not make it through the night. I’m so lucky.”
In the same interview, the reality TV star spoke about how he become “obsessed” with “disposable vapes” and would even go to sleep with it.
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More to follow.
