Love Island has been cancelled tonight following Caroline Flack’s death

ITV have released a statement which confirms how they plan to honour the late presenter

Love Island

by Amy Cooper |
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ITV have confirmed tonight's episode of Love Island will not air following the death of former presenter Caroline Flack on 15 February 2020.

Caroline was found dead in her London flat on Saturday and had recently stepped down from presenting duties on the popular ITV2 show, which is currently fronted by Laura Whitmore.

In a statement an ITV spokesperson spoke of the devastation Caroline's colleagues felt at the news of her passing.

"Many people at ITV knew Caroline well and held her in great affection. All of us are absolutely devastated at this tragic news."

"After careful consideration between Caroline's representatives and the Love Island production team and given how close we still are to the news of Caroline's tragic death we have decided not to broadcast tonight's Love Island out of respect for Caroline's family. Love Island will return tomorrow night which will include a tribute to Caroline who will be forever in our hearts."

The Flack family confirmed the news of the popular TV presenter's death on Saturday, asking for privacy.

Our thoughts are with Caroline's family and friends at this devastating time. If you want to talk to someone about your mental health, you can call Samaritans on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org

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