Caroline Flack paid an emotional tribute to the late Sophie Gradon on ‘Love Island: Aftersun’ last night (24.06.18).
The ITV2 show’s presenter praised the former Islander – who appeared on the programme in 2016 – as a "gorgeous person both inside and out", after she was found dead at her parents’ home aged 32 last Wednesday (20.06.18).
Shortly before a commercial break on the spin-off show, Caroline said: "Tragically this week, we lost a beautiful soul in Sophie Gradon.
"She was a gorgeous person both inside and out, and everyone’s thoughts here at ‘Love Island’ are with Sophie’s friends and family at this really terrible time.
"Sophie, we’ll never forget you."
A short montage of Sophie then appeared before the adverts began.
‘Love Island’ paid tribute to Sophie ahead of last Thursday night’s (21.06.18) episode by broadcasting a brief message of remembrance.
At the start of the episode, a slate appeared on ITV2 for a few seconds which read: "In loving memory of Sophie Gradon", accompanied by a picture of her smiling.
The show had also sent a message of condolence to Sophie’s family and friends via their Twitter account.
They posted: "The ITV2 and Love Island team are profoundly saddened to hear the news about Sophie, and our deepest sympathies and thoughts go to her family and friends."
Caroline was one of the first stars to pay tribute to Sophie, who won Miss Great Britain in 2009, seven years before she appeared on Love Island’s second series.
The TV presenter wrote on Twitter: "So very sad . Such a beautiful soul …. such a beautiful smile …thoughts and love with friends and family.(sic)"
Caroline Flack pays Sophie Gradon tribute on Aftersun
