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Mike Thalassitis, who appeared as a contestant in 2017 on the UK reality dating show Love Island, reportedly died by suicide by hanging at the age of 26.

The coroner also told the BBC that he left messages “which clearly set out his intention that his life should come to an end.”

Toxicology was also run and cocaine, ethanol, antidepressants and paracetamol were found in his system at the time of his death.

Mike passed away back in March in his hometown of Essex, United Kingdom.

Our continued thoughts are with Mike‘s loved ones during this time.

Mike Thalassitis has sadly died at the age of 26.

The former contestant on the British reality dating show Love Island died on Friday (March 15) in his hometown of Essex, United Kingdom, his management company confirmed.

The cause of death is not yet known.

In addition to appearing on Love Island, Mike was also a semi-professional soccer player and also appeared on the show Celebs Go Dating.

Fellow reality stars mourned Mike on social media following the news, including Love Island Season 3 co-star Jonny Mitchell.

“I genuinely can’t believe what I’m seeing here. My boy from the villa and one of my best mates from the show coming out. An absolute hero and a legend and someone I looked up to since I met him, always full of so much positivity and charisma.. One of the best people I’ve ever known taken from us far too soon, I’m heartbroken and can’t put into words how much I’m gonna miss you bro! My heart goes out to his family.. Rest in peace Magic Mike ❤️,” he wrote on his Instagram.

Our thoughts are with Mike‘s loved ones at this difficult time.