Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies have led tributes to Mike Thalassitis, who has died aged 26.
The ‘Love Island’ winners have paid tribute to their co-star, who was found dead in woodland near his home in Essex on Friday (15.03.19).
Alongside a broken heart emoji, Kem wrote: "Such heartbreaking news. My thoughts go out to all of Mikes friends and family (sic)"
Whilst Amber added in her own post: "I am in utter shock. @MikeThalassitis you were one of the most genuine guy! I just can’t believe this! You’ll be missed so much you have no idea (sic)"
Tyla Carr, who had a short romance with Mike during the ITV dating show, also paid tribute to her friend and co-star.
She shared: "I can’t believe the call I’ve just had. Mike, you were loved by all of the Love island family. You’ll be missed so much. All my love goes out to your friends and family. Shocked."
Dom Lever, who also appeared on the dating show, wrote: "I’m shocked at the news!! me and @MikeThalassitis may not have seen eye to eye but he was a top guy (sic)"
Whilst Jessica Shears added: "In complete shock, was lucky enough to get to know Mike, he was the loveliest guy. My heart breaks for his family."
And stars from other series of ‘Love Island’ also paid tribute to the semi-professional footballer.
Kady McDermott wrote: "In absolute shock. Mike Thalassitis your lovely self and smile will be truly missed. I send my love and condolences to all of his friends and family at this awful time. Will never be forgotten. RIP (sic)"
Before he found fame as part of ‘Love Island’, Mike played football for Chelmsford City and Stevenage FC. They wrote on their page: "Everybody at @StevenageFC is shocked & saddened to hear the tragic news about former player Michael Thalassitis. Our sincerest condolences go to his family & friends. (sic)"
Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies lead tributes to Mike Thalassitis
