Love Island’s Josh Goldstein sister death latest – Baseball star and girlfriend Shannon St Clair thank fans for support
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LOVE Island USA favorite Josh Goldstein has quit the villa with his girlfriend Shannon St. Clair after his sister's shock death.
Josh was woken up by producers to be told the tragic news before being filmed telling his co-stars.
He broke down as he said how much his sister Lindsey meant to him, explaining his sister was the reason he came on Love Island where he found "the love of his life", Shannon.
Josh took to Instagram to thank his followers for their love and support.
"We just wanted to let everyone know we made it back to Massachusetts. We're home with my family," Josh, 24, said in the while standing with his girlfriend by his side.
official Twitter account said yesterday: "We send our love and condolences to Josh and his family from all of us at Love Island."
Read our Josh Goldstein live blog for the latest news and updates...
WHERE WAS LAST YEAR'S LOVE ISLAND?
Last year's Love Island USA was filmed in Fiji.
The winners were Zac Mirabelli and Elizabeth Weber, who split the $100,000 prize.
Love Island USA has been filmed in a Covid-19 secure hotel in Las Vegas this season.
FANS COMMENT ON LINDSAY'S PASSING
's official Twitter account said yesterday: "We send our love and condolences to Josh and his family from all of us at Love Island."
One fan said: "Wow Shannon is a real one. First time on Love Island USA where a couple leaves together.
"If they had just met maybe Shannon would have stayed but they were close so she needed to be with him [broken heart emoji]. Love that Will and Shannon apologized too. Condolences to Josh."
LINDSAY WAS 'THE REASON' JOSH CAME TO LOVE ISLAND
was woken up by producers to be told the tragic news before he was filmed telling his co-stars.
He broke down as he said how much his sister meant to him, explaining his sister was the reason he came on Love Island where he found "the love of his life," Shannon.
JOSH AND SHANNON TO LEAVE LOVE ISLAND
Josh, 24, and Shannon St. Clair, 25, announced on the August 5 episode of that they are leaving the villa after learning his .
As The Sun previously reported, a Massachusetts coroner’s office confirmed to The Sun that , as her autopsy and toxicology results are pending.
The coroner’s date of death is August 4.
WHERE DID LINDSAY GROW UP?
Little is known about Lindsey, other than she is the sister of reality star Josh.
We do know the pair grew up in Haverhill, .
Her brother Josh shot to fame when he joined season 3 of .
The TV star is 24, but it is not known if he is Lindsey's older or younger brother.
MOMENT JOSH GOLDSTEIN LEARNED OF HIS SISTER'S DEATH
On last night’s Love Island, from their bed.
The couple then walked in tear-stricken, as Josh said: “I just wanted to tell you guys that me and Shannon are going home today. Unfortunately, my sister passed away last night.
“She was an unbelievable person. She was the reason I am here. The reason I found Shannon and met all of you guys. It’s unexpected but she lived an unbelievable life.
"I just need to be home with my family right now to support them and I just want to let you guys know I am so grateful to have met all of you."
LINDSAY'S UNCLE POSTS TRIBUTE TO FACEBOOK
Lindsay's uncle captioned a photo of his beloved niece: “As some of you may be aware, I tragically & suddenly lost my niece, Lindsey Beth Goldstein, of Haverhill Ma, earlier this week. She was about to turn 28.
“Lindsey was a superstar who worked for the State of Ma., keeping children & families safe from abuse & neglect. She helped countless families in her short career. She was in the midst of planning her wedding.
"Please keep my brother, Marc Goldstein (RHS Class of 82), His wife Lynn, Josh, and her Fiance Paul in your thoughts and prayers this week as they are not coping with this very well. She will be sorely missed.”
SHANNON THANKS LOVE ISLAND VIEWERS
Both Josh and Shannon are now with his family in Massachusetts, and they shared a video with fans while hanging out outside by the water.
Shannon said: “I also wanted to say, we love you guys, and Lindsey was such a huge fan of the show and would always watch her little brother and us and support him. And she’s the reason why we’re together, where we are right now.”
Shannon continued: “She’s the one who signed Josh up for the show, and we always feel like everything happens for a reason. And we owe that all the Lindsey.
“We wanted to thank you all so much for all the messages and posts and the amazing love and support. It does not go unnoticed.”
WHEN DID LINDSAY DIE?
The local coroner's office in Lindsey's native Massachusetts told The Sun .
Josh and Shannon when producers woke Josh up in the middle of the night to give him the tragic news of .
FRIENDS FLOOD SOCIAL MEDIA WITH KIND WORDS
A friend wrote a touching tribute to Lindsay on social media.
“My heart and prayers are with the Goldstein Family today. Lindsey was one of the kindest young girls you could have been around and was always a pleasure to bump into on a night out in Haverhill!
"My love is with you all today may you rest in sweetest peace Linds.”
HOW LONG HAVE JOSH AND SHANNON BEEN TOGETHER?
Josh had been coupled up with influencer Shannon St. Clair on Love Island prior to his departure.
Since the beginning of the show, and on August 4’s episode the two were whisked away on a romantic ziplining date.
Whilst they were away, Josh asked the 25-year-old to be his girlfriend.
As the show’s only official couple, the duo were odds-on favourites to win the show - and the $100,000 prize money.
CO-PRODUCERS TOLD JOSH NEWS OF HIS SISTER'S DEATH
Goldstein was woken up by producers to be told the tragic news before he was filmed telling his co-stars.
He broke down as he said how much his sister meant to him, explaining his sister was the reason he came on Love Island where he found "the love of his life," Shannon.
LINDSAY WAS SET TO GET MARRIED
The Sun can confirm from an online wedding registry that Lindsey and her fiance, Paul Gorton, had a wedding date of October 1, 2022.
A friend posted on Facebook: "Lindsey Beth, the world lost an amazing person. Linds knew how to put a smile on anyone’s face and her contagious positivity and encouragement could move mountains.
“I am incredibly saddened to hear the news and I am thinking back to all of our good times in high school and in Keene. So many memories and adventures together. You were absolutely amazing and one of a kind. My heart goes out to the Goldstein family. Linds you will be extremely missed.”
PATRIK CARNEY REMEMBERS LINDSAY
Lindsey’s longtime friend that he remembers Lindsey, who died at age 27, as “energetic” and “enthusiastic.”
He said: "I was close with Lindsey through high school and college. She was a really funny, energetic young woman.
“...It’s a shame to see her family in such devastation. They are deeply in my prayers. It’s a tragic time. She was always high energy and soon to be married.”
JOSH AND SHANNON SHARE VIDEO TRIBUTE
Both Josh and Shannon are now with his family in Massachusetts, and they shared a video with fans while hanging out outside by the water.
Josh spoke first, beginning: “We want to thank everybody, not only for the support throughout the show but the support in this tough time, dealing with the loss of my sister.
“It’s been a hectic couple of days, but we made it back, and we’re with family. And we’re just mourning right now, and we just want to let everybody know that we appreciate all the well-wishes and all the support and everything, it means a lot.”
He added that it “means the world” to him that so many have reached out or sent flowers or food in support.
SHANNON ECHOES JOSH'S THANKS TO FANS
After Josh got his emotional thank yous out to his fans, Shannon jumped in to add her own thanks to all the Love Island viewers who have been supporting them.
She said: “I also wanted to say, we love you guys, and Lindsey was such a huge fan of the show and would always watch her little brother and us and support him. And she’s the reason why we’re together, where we are right now.”
Shannon continued: “She’s the one who signed Josh up for the show, and we always feel like everything happens for a reason. And we owe that all the Lindsey.
“We wanted to thank you all so much for all the messages and posts and the amazing love and support. It does not go unnoticed.”
EXCLUSIVE FROM CORONER'S OFFICE
As The Sun previously reported, a Massachusetts coroner’s office confirmed to The Sun that , as her autopsy and toxicology results are pending.
The coroner’s date of death is August 4.
A Massachusetts police department confirmed to The Sun that they responded to her home in Haverhill on August 4 for an alarm, but no medical was called to the address.
WHERE IS JOSH FROM?
Josh was born and raised in Haverhill, MA.
He attended Southern New Hampshire University and he earned his degree in 2019.
Josh has Maggie Inc. in which is a modeling agency based in Boston.
According to his social media, Josh loves being around water, and spends time hanging out at the beach and soaking up the sun.
WHERE IS JOSH FROM?
Josh was born and raised in Haverhill, MA.
He attended Southern New Hampshire University and he earned his degree in 2019.
Josh has Maggie Inc. in which is a modeling agency based in Boston.
According to his social media, Josh loves being around water, and spends time hanging out at the beach and soaking up the sun.
FANS SEND SYMPATHIES
Devastated fans sent their sympathies to the star who had been tipped to win after finding love with Shannon on day one of the season.
's official Twitter account said yesterday: "We send our love and condolences to Josh and his family from all of us at Love Island."
One fan said: "Wow Shannon is a real one. First time on Love Island USA where a couple leaves together.
"If they had just met maybe Shannon would have stayed but they were close so she needed to be with him [broken heart emoji]. Love that Will and Shannon apologized too. Condolences to Josh."
Another added: "They woke up Josh in the middle of the night to give him that news. Imagine waking up to something like that."
WHEN DID JOSH LEAVE LOVE ISLAND?
On the August 5 episode, Josh and his new girlfriend Shannon revealed that his sister Lindsey Beth had tragically passed away.
He then announced he would be to cope with the tragedy.
His new girlfriend Shannon St. Clair decided to leave with him in support of her beau.
FANS HEARTBROKEN AT NEWS OF LINDSAY'S DEATH
WHAT WAS LINDSAY'S CAUSE OF DEATH?
At this time, it is not known how Lindsey came to pass awy.
The news of her death was revealed on season 3 episode 22 of Love Island, which aired on August 6, 2021.
After this tragic news, the Love Island team offered their condolences to Josh and the Goldstein family.
They tweeted: “We send our love and condolences to Josh and his family on behalf of all of us at Love Island."
LINDSAY'S UNCLE POSTS TOUCHING MESSAGE
Lindsay's uncle captioned a photo of his beloved niece: “As some of you may be aware, I tragically & suddenly lost my niece, Lindsey Beth Goldstein, of Haverhill Ma, earlier this week. She was about to turn 28.
“Lindsey was a superstar who worked for the State of Ma., keeping children & families safe from abuse & neglect. She helped countless families in her short career. She was in the midst of planning her wedding.
"Please keep my brother, Marc Goldstein (RHS Class of 82), His wife Lynn, Josh, and her Fiance Paul in your thoughts and prayers this week as they are not coping with this very well. She will be sorely missed.”
FANS TWEET PRAYERS TO JOSH'S FAMILY