Love Island’s Adam Collard reveals heartache over Mike Thalassitis’ death as he begs fans to talk about their feelings
LOVE Island star Adam Collard has taken to Instagram to beg fans to talk about their feelings following Mark Thalassitis’ shock death on Saturday.
The 23-year-old hunk admitted he has been deeply affected by the news, with Mike taking his own life at the age of 26 after finding fame in 2017 on the ITV2 dating show.
Sharing a photo above the clouds from an airplane window, Adam wrote: “I’m truly saddened at the recent news and shocked at how many times I’ve actually seen this in the last few years both in the news and in my personal life.
“But we can’t put the blame on one singular thing these days. We as young individuals need to talk more, and be open about our feelings. We as a community need to be more approachable, less judgmental.
“Tell that person you miss them, hug that person you fell out with years ago, compliment that stranger for no motive, tell yourself what you’re grateful for everyday, even hold the door open for that person.
“You don’t know how far that could go and what’s went through someone’s head that day.
“Love everyone and give a little because you just don’t know how much it could make someone smile…
“I wish I could have more of an impact but if I could at least help one person I’ll be happy. Please speak.”
Adam’s words were praised by his followers, with one writing: “The best thing I’ve read on the Internet today.”
Another agreed: “Well done, Ad. Men and women need to know that there’s people out there who really care.
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“No shame in wanting support. No shame in talking about feelings.”
A third added: “Thank God you are using your platform correctly.”
Adam’s comments come as Love Island bosses sent a letter to The Sun detailing new safeguards for their reality stars after both Mike and ex-contestant Sophie Gradon, 32, were found dead just nine months apart.
It said that therapy will be offered to “all Islanders and not only those that reach out to us”.
They will also provide social media training and financial management advice.
The show’s producers had previously come under fire from former contestants and critics for the lack of “after care” on offer after stars find fame on the show.
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