Love Island viewers have grown concerned for Ellie Brown, after fans realised that she was friends with former contestant Sophie Gradon – who was found dead yesterday at the age of 32.
The former Miss Great Britain, who starred on the popular ITV2 reality show back in 2016, was found dead at her home in Medburn, near Newcastle, yesterday.
It’s not yet known if Ellie has been informed about her friend’s untimely death, but fans are worried for the reality star.
Just a few days ago, Sophie took to Twitter to tell her followers that her friend was heading into the villa.
Sharing a picture of Ellie, Sophie wrote, “….. my mate Elle is landing in #loveisland no biggie ????????????.”
….. my mate Elle is landing in #loveisland no biggie ???????????? pic.twitter.com/mmzw88bjwZ
— Sophie Gradon (@sophiegradon) June 15, 2018
Confirming the news of Sophie’s death, a Northumbria Police spokesperson said, “At about 8.27pm yesterday (June 20) police attended a property in Medburn, Ponteland, where sadly a 32-year-old woman was found deceased.”
“There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding her death. A report will now be prepared for the coroner.”