Mike Thalassitis found dead
Mike Thalassitis has been found dead near his Essex home.
Management for the reality star confirmed this news this evening.
The Sun are reporting his body was found in a wooded area.
The 26-year-old was nicknamed 'Muggy Mike' when he appeared on the 2017 series of Love Island.
Prior to his TV career he was a semi-professional footballer for Stevenage.
The cause of death is unknown.
Celebrities react
Lots of Mike's Love Island friends have taken to social media to express their shock at the news.
Amber Davis wrote, 'I just can't believe this.'
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 😢
— Amber Davies (@Amber_Davies7) 16 March 2019
Kem Cetinay sends his thoughts to Mike's friends and family.
Such heartbreaking news. My thoughts go out to all of Mikes friends and family 💔
— Kem (@KemCetinay) 16 March 2019
Olivia Bowen Buckland tweeted, 'This is horrendous. I’m in shock.'
His name is Mike Thalassitis. All the articles how dare you not use his real name. This is horrendous. I’m in shock. Mike you are going to be sorely sorely missed. My heart is with your family. I’m in complete shock ❤️
— Olivia Bowen Buckland (@OliviaDBuck) 16 March 2019
While Chris Hughes wrote, 'A good guy, taken far, far to soon.'
His name wasn’t Muggy Mike. Please stop brandishing that. His name was Mike Thalassitis, and every inch of my heart goes out to his family & friends. A good guy, taken far, far to soon. 💔
— Chris Hughes (@chrishughes_22) 16 March 2019
Mike's death comes just days after the passing of his grandmother.
He had recently moved in with her to act as her full-time carer.
