Celebrity News June 21, 2018
Reality Star Sophie Gradon Dead at 32
Sophie Gradon, a former reality star and beauty queen, was found dead in the U.K. on Wednesday, reports NME. She was 32.
Gradon was crowned Miss Great Britain in 2009 and went on to appear on the British dating show “Love Island” in 2016.
The Northumbria Police told NME, “At about 8:27 pm yesterday (June 20) police attended a property in Medburn, Ponteland, where sadly a 32-year-old woman was found deceased.”
The statement continued, “There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding her death. A report will now be prepared for the coroner.”
Her boyfriend Aaron Armstrong posted a tribute on Facebook, , “I will never forget that smile I love you so so much baby your my world forever ever and always.”
Fellow “Love Island” contestant Katie Salmon, who coupled up with Sophie on the show, shared this heartbreaking message, alluding to suicide.
Fly high beautiful so high! 💎❤️ pic.twitter.com/JPrqQgkPqC
@katiesalmon24
“Isn't it crazy how someone so stunning, so smiley and appeared so happy can feel no way out. The world we live in behind social media,” she wrote. “The world has failed you beautiful. I'm heartbroken for you soph to have felt this pain. I wish there was more help out there. Your smile will be remembered forever.”