Paul Danan is laid to rest as Boyzone’s Shane Lynch and Hollyoaks co-stars attend emotional funeral after star’s death

“No further comments will be made at this time.”There was only one thing Paul was prouder of than his recovery and his theatre company, and that was his son DeNiro.

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Paul Danan died last week aged 46Credit: Getty
Two women at a funeral.
Today friends and family paid their respects to the Hollyoaks and Celebrity Love Island star
Actor Paul Danan at his funeral.
He was laid to rest at the Waltham Abbey Jewish Cemetery

It breaks my heart that DeNiro now has to go through the rest of his life without his dad, and Paul will never see him grow up.His whatsapp photo was him beaming with DeNiro, and he loved to talk about his offspring’s accomplishments and his hopes for his future.Then each male guest of the family may have shovelled soil on top of the coffin before returning into the service.Paul Danan may have grabbed his share of column inches over his all too short 46 years, from his colourful love life to his well-documented struggles with addiction, but behind the headlines, there was a very sweet, vulnerable, big-hearted guy.

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He had been due to appear in court to face drug charges the day after he was found dead.In keeping with Jewish funeral traditions, the burial takes place within days of getting a death certificate.I’ve met and spoken with Paul many times over the years and have always had a soft spot for him. He was funny, articulate, smart and great company.PAUL Danan was laid to rest as Boyzone’s Shane Lynch and Hollyoaks co-stars attended the emotional funeral.

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“His untimely departure will leave irreplaceable voids in the lives of all who knew him.The emotional event took place this afternoon and follows the heartfelt tributes for the TV star which flooded social media.

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I last heard from Paul at Christmas, when he left me a voicenote saying he had some exciting things planned for 2025.The 46-year-old was found unresponsive in his luxury apartment on Wednesday last week.Yes, he had his demons, but he was very open about them and was always striving to be a better version of himself.The Love Island and Hollyoaks icon tragically died last week aged 46.

Behind the headlines, Paul was a sweet, vulnerable, big-hearted guy

Paul, who comes from a Moroccan Jewish family, has been buried less than a week after being found dead at a property near Bristol on Wednesday.

His death was announced by Paul’s management in a message, which read: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of Paul Danan at just 46 years old.Paul lit up when he spoke about his boy, and looked forward to spending the weekends with him as he co-parented with the lad’s mum.”During this difficult time, we kindly request respect and privacy for Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues.He then spent a week in intensive care where he contracted pneumonia and doctors warned his loved ones “he might not make it through the night”.He was extremely proud of his theatre company, The Morning After, which he set up to help fellow addicts work through their trauma through drama and acting.Held today Waltham Abbey in Essex, those who knew Paul paid their respect close to where he was born and raised.It is thought the Rabbi was likely have given a eulogy before those in attendance would have spoken a prayer.Months before he bravely spoke about his tragic battle to beat his vaping addiction and drug demons.A chosen family member – usually a man – may then have given a eulogy.”Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many.BY Oliver Grady, Assistant Showbiz EditorI’ll miss you Paul. You were one of life’s good ones.

While he seemed lost at times, and on several occasions opened up to me about his struggle to be taken seriously in the industry after his private life exploits overshadowed his professional accomplishments, he clearly found a purpose in supporting others and helping them stay on the path of recovery.Paul was best known for playing Sol Patrick in Hollyoaks before starring in the original series of Celebrity Love Island in 2005.

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He took up the habit after years of smoking, but collapsed in May last year and had to be given CPR before he was rushed to hospital.I told him we’d catch up in the New Year, but sadly we never got the chance to.

Man holding a heart-shaped pillow.
Paul starred on the original series of Celebrity Love IslandCredit: Rex Features
Paul Danan in Hollyoaks.
He also played Sol Patrick in HollyoaksCredit: Channel 4

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