Reunite in heaven! 'Love Island' star Sophie Gradon's boyfriend dies days after her funeral
The boyfriend of late 'Love Island' star, Sophie Gradon, was found dead earlier today at his home in Blyth, Northumberland - just days following his girlfriend's funeral. His death was confirmed about an hour ago.
Aaron Armstrong, 25, was pretty devastated by the death of his girlfriend, 32-year-old reality TV star. "I will never forget that smile I love you so so much baby your my world forever ever and always," Aaron had said at that time.
Speaking of his death on July 10, a spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: "At around 12.20pm today police received a report from the ambulance service that a 25-year-old man had been found deceased at a property on Furnace Road in Bebside, Blyth. There is not believed to be any third party involvement and a report will now be prepared for the coroner."
Sophie's death - an assumed suicide - had garnered massive tributes from all over, before she was laid to rest in her native town of Newcastle, on Friday. Her friend, family, and boyfriend Aaron had gathered to say goodbye to the 'beautiful Sophie.' And, now Aaron's death has come as a shock to both his and Sophie's family; owing to the time between the two deaths. Several people took to social media to pay their condolences and tribute to him after the news of his death spread online.
Michael McCready posted on Facebook: "Very sad day today to find out, that Aaron Armstrong has passed away. RIP pal. You're now with Sophie, sending my love and thoughts to all family and friends at this hard time."
Jill Sayer posted on Facebook: "Omg I'm in total shock.... rip Aaron Armstrong reunited in the sky."
Caitlin Peachey's tweet read: "Can't even begin to imagine what Sophie Gradon and Aaron Armstrong's families must be going through. 2 deaths in two week RIP Aaron."
Jessica Hayley-Marie posted on Twitter: "Absolutely heartbreaking news about Aaron Armstrong. I hope you & @sophiegradon are somewhere living it up together once again RIP."
Another user who goes by the name Kay posted on Twitter: "Wow...RIP Aaron Armstrong I hope you and Sophie fly high together so so sad to hear this."
As for Sophie's death, the inquest was opened on June 27 during a rather short hearing at North Tyneside Coroners Court. The case was adjourned at the same hearing itself that lasted less than a minute. Sophie had appeared on ITV's 'Love Island' in 2016 and had worked as a model since then. She was believed to have been struggling with mental health problems prior to her death.
During the hearing Trever Carroll, Assistant Coroner for South Northumberland said: "Following initial inquiries, it is appropriate to open an inquest into her death. (I will) adjourn at this stage for further inquiries to determine the cause of death."
Neither any of Sophie's friends, nor her family was present at the hearing.
