He was just 26 years old
Love Island star Michael Thalassitis has been found dead aged just 26.
It has been reported that Thalassitis was found dead in the woods near his home in Essex.
He starred on season three of Love Island in the summer of 2017 after enjoying a six-year career as a footballer. During the show, he gained the nickname 'Muggy Mike'.
His most successful spell during his sporting career came during the 2012/13 season, when he scored seven goals in 19 appearances for Boreham Wood.
After his time on Love Island in 2017, Thalassitis continued his career on reality TV on 'Celebs Go Dating' the following year.
