Paul Danan Dies: Former ‘Hollyoaks’ & ‘Love Island’ Star Was 46

Max Goldbart

16 January 2025 at 6:05 am·1-min read

Paul Danan Dies: Former ‘Hollyoaks’ & ‘Love Island’ Star Was 46

Paul Danan, a former Hollyoaks star, has died aged 46. He died earlier Thursday, management confirmed in a press statement.

A statement from Independent Creative Management said: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of @pauldanan at just 46 years old. Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many.”

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They added: “His untimely departure will leave irreplaceable voids in the lives of all who knew him. During this difficult time, we kindly request respect and privacy for Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues. No further comments will be made at this time.”

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Born in 1978, Danan landed his first acting gig at just 19 playing the loveable rogue Sol Patrick in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks. He was one of the big stars of that Hollyoaks era, playing a bad boy with a history of homelessness and a temperament that caused him to get in trouble. He left the show in 2001.

Danan also starred in the likes of CBBC’s The Queen’s Nose.

He then appeared as a celebrity contestant on the first season of ITV’s original Celebrity Love Island and was also on Celebrity Big Brother.

He discussed substance addiction on The Jeremy Kyle Show several years back.

He is the second ex-Hollyoaks star to die in the space of a week. Yesterday, Diane Langton, who played Marlena McQueen, died aged 77.

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