The police have issued an update on the death of Hollyoaks’ Paul Danan.
The actor, known for his role as Sol Patrick in the show, died at the age of 46.
His management confirmed the news yesterday morning, writing: ‘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.
‘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.’
Now, the police have confirmed they are not treating Paul’s death as suspicious.
Avon and Somerset Police said: ‘Officers attended a property in Brislington, Bristol, at around 5.20pm yesterday where sadly a man in his 40s was declared deceased by paramedics.
‘His family have been notified and our thoughts are with them. They have asked for people to respect their privacy during this incredibly difficult time.
‘His death is not being treated as suspicious and officers are preparing a file for the coroner.’
Metro has contacted Avon and Somerset Police.
Paul had opened up about his battle with drug and alcohol addiction on a number of occasions, but had previously said that he had been clean for more than three years.
Last year he revealed that he had to receive CPR in a touch-and-go moment.
Recalling the events, Paul previously said: ‘I’m upstairs, puffing away on my vape, then suddenly I lost my breath and collapsed.
‘My family called for an ambulance and started giving me CPR, then police arrived and took over before paramedics took me to hospital.
‘I was on a machine in ICU and ended up with pneumonia. My family were warned I might not make it through the night. I’m so lucky.’
Following his collapse, medics informed Paul that it was caused by his e-cigarette habit.
‘The doctor was so, so harsh with me. She told me, “Paul, you don’t know how serious this was and you are going to be in here for a while now, on this oxygen.”
‘She said if I ever smoke in any form again, I risk being linked to an oxygen tank later on in life. She said that’s it now.’
Paul, who began smoking several years ago, said vaping ‘pushed [him] over the edge’, despite him initially wrongly believing it was a ‘safer way to smoke’.
