Paul Danan, the British actor and reality star known for “Hollyoaks,” died after taking a mixture of drugs including heroin and cocaine.
According to the BBC, during an inquest hearing on Tuesday at Avon Coroner’s Court, it was revealed the provisional cause of death for Danan — who died on Jan. 15 at the age of 46 — was the combined toxicity of heroin, methadone, coedine, pregabalin, cocaine and zopiclone. Benzodiazepine use was also a contributing factor.
Coroner’s officer Alexis Camp added that “there are no family concerns” and a note was not left by the star, who was found deceased in his Bristol home and identified by his partner, Melissa Crooks. Danan had been due to appear for a plea hearing on Jan. 16 pertaining to a cocaine and cannabis possession charge. He had previously been accused of driving under the influence and had been open about his struggles with substance abuse.
May 28 has been set as a provisional date for Danan’s full inquest hearing.
Danan was cast as a teenager on the long-running Channel 4 soap “Hollyoaks,” playing the troubled Sol Patrick from 1997 to 2001. He later became a fixture on reality TV, appearing on “Come Dine With Me,” “Celebrity Love Island” and “Celebrity Big Brother.” At the time of his death, Danan was set to star in an upcoming indie film called “Bloody Love.”
In a statement at the time of his death, Danan’s management said: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of Paul Danan 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.”
