Mike Thalassitis has reportedly died at the age of 26.
Mike Thalassitis
The 'Love Island' star was found in a woodland near his home in Essex on Friday (15.03.19), multiple news outlets are reporting.
At the time of writing, the family have yet to comment publicly but his fellow reality stars have rushed to social media to pay tribute to their friend.
Chris Hughes wrote on Twitter: "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. (sic)"
Whilst Olivia Buckland wrote on her account: "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 (sic)"
Mike was a semi-professional footballer and one of his old teams, Chelmsford City FC, took to social media to pay tribute to the sportsman.
They wrote on their official page: "The Club are saddened to hear the news of the passing of former #Clarets striker Mike Thalassitis. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends at this time. #ClaretTogether (sic)"
'Love Island's Joshua Ritchie wrote on his account: "@MikeThalassitis in utter shock, such a lovely bloke R.I.P big man (sic)"
Whilst Mario Falcone shared: "This is absolutely heartbreaking."
Alex Bowen shared: "I cant get my head round this RIP brother (sic)"
Fans have also rushed online to pay their tributes to the 'Love Island' star, with one writing: "I honestly cannot believe what I am reading @MikeThalassitis has died (sic)"
Whilst another shared: "Terrible news about @MikeThalassitis thoughts are with his family and friends (sic)"