Caroline Flack's brother 'never recovered' from her death, inquest hears
An inquest has concluded that Paul Flack, the brother of late TV presenter Caroline Flack, died by suicide after struggling with his sister's death and personal hardships. The coroner noted that he had been dealing with family health issues and professional decline.
Why it matters
The case highlights the long-term, ripple-effect impact of high-profile tragedies on surviving family members and the importance of mental health support.
Image source, Instagram Image caption, Paul Flack was Caroline's older brother. They both grew up in Norfolk
The brother of TV presenter Caroline Flack took his own life having "never recovered" after his sister's death, an inquest heard.
Paul Flack, 55, was found unresponsive at his home in Sandringham Road, Norwich, on 21 June, and died later in hospital.
His partner told Norfolk Coroner's Court how he had struggled with his father developing dementia and his younger sister's death in 2020.
Area Coroner Johanna Thompson gave a narrative conclusion, stating Paul Flack died while under the influence of alcohol and that his "intent in doing so is unknown".
He was described as "everyone's favourite person" by his partner, but she said this "took its toll".
His sister, the ex-Love Island and X Factor host, was found dead at her home in Stoke Newington, east London, on 15 February 2020.
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