The death of Paul Flack, the brother of late television presenter Caroline Flack, has prompted an outpouring of grief from those who loved both siblings, with singer Olly Murs among the first celebrities to publicly react.
Paul was found unresponsive at his home in Norwich on June 21, six years after Caroline’s death in February 2020. His passing has left friends, family, and supporters of the Flackstock community devastated.
Caroline Flack’s Friends Say They Are “Beyond Heartbroken”
In an emotional statement shared through the official Flackstock Instagram account, Caroline’s closest friends—Natalie Pinkham, Dawn O’Porter, Anna Blue, Sarah Tyekiff, and Katie Joyce—described the loss as unimaginable.
“We are beyond heartbroken by Paul Flack’s passing.
“We loved Paul so deeply, and this news has shattered us all. Paul was funny, kind and loving. He gave the best hugs and had the most brilliant laugh.
“We will miss him so much.”
The heartfelt tribute reflected not only the pain of losing Paul but also his enduring connection to Caroline’s legacy.
The group explained that Flackstock was created to offer hope to those struggling with mental health while honoring Caroline’s memory.
“Flackstock exists as a festival to give people hope. To remember those who have been lost, and to hold a hand out to anyone who is struggling.
“This news is hard to hear and hard to share. Right now, our focus is supporting the Flack family however we can, so please bear with us while we grieve someone we loved so very, very much.”
They ended the message by encouraging anyone facing emotional difficulties to seek support, reminding followers:
“If you are struggling, you are not alone.”
Olly Murs’ Simple but Heartbreaking Response
Among the many messages left beneath the tribute, Olly Murs‘ reaction struck an emotional chord with fans.
Rather than writing a lengthy statement, the singer responded with a crying face emoji alongside a broken heart emoji—a brief but powerful expression of grief.
Olly shared a close friendship with Caroline during their years working together on The X Factor, where their chemistry and playful friendship became a favorite among viewers.
Fans quickly noticed his response, saying it reflected just how deeply Caroline’s passing had affected those who knew her—and how painful Paul’s death must now be for the same close-knit circle.
More Celebrities Share Their Condolences
Olly was far from alone in expressing his sorrow.
Former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore, who later succeeded Caroline as the show’s host, also left a broken heart emoji in support of the family.
Former Love Island contestant Zara Holland commented:
“So sorry for your loss.”
Mental health charity Mind also shared a compassionate message, writing:
“We are so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. From everyone at Mind, we’re sending you our deepest condolences and our thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time.”
