Paul Flack, brother of late TV presenter Caroline Flack, dies at 55

Paul Flack, the older brother of the late television presenter Caroline Flack, has died at the age of 55. His death, which occurred six years after his sister took her own life, has prompted a new period of mourning for the Flack family and those who campaigned in the presenter's memory.

According to an inquest opened at the Norfolk Coroner's Court on Monday, 29 June 2026, Paul Flack was found unresponsive at his home on Sandringham Road in Norwich on 21 June. He was transported to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, where he later died. A provisional post-mortem examination cited a cause of death as cardiac arrest due to hanging. Coroner Yvonne Blake has adjourned the proceedings until 23 October, noting that further enquiries are required to establish the full circumstances surrounding the death.

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Paul Flack was an artist and graphic designer. He is survived by his partner and two children. Local authorities, including Norfolk Police, have stated that the death is being treated as unexplained, though officers do not currently believe there are any suspicious circumstances involved.

The news of his passing has been met with profound sorrow from those associated with Flackstock, the annual festival established to raise mental health awareness in honor of his sister. In a statement posted to social media, the organizers expressed their grief, noting that their focus remains on supporting the family. We loved Paul so deeply, and this news has shattered us all, the group stated.

Paul Flack had previously stepped into the public eye to advocate for his sister’s legacy. He appeared alongside his mother, Christine Flack, and other family members in the 2021 documentary Caroline Flack: Her Life and Death. These works sought to provide context to the final months of the presenter's life, specifically focusing on the intense public and media scrutiny she faced following an incident in December 2019.

Caroline Flack, a prominent figure in UK broadcasting known for her work on Love Island, The X Factor, and as a winner of Strictly Come Dancing, died on 15 February 2020 at the age of 40. An inquest into her death confirmed she had taken her own life shortly after learning that prosecutors intended to proceed with an assault trial—a decision that followed an appeal by the Metropolitan Police against a Crown Prosecution Service recommendation for a caution. The family has remained highly critical of the handling of that case, with Christine Flack previously rejecting an apology from the police force issued following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct.

In the aftermath of his sister’s death in 2020, Paul Flack used his personal social media presence to share a childhood photograph of his sister, which became his final post. The image was accompanied by a message stating, May those who know feel shame for eternity. Love you Caroline.

Timeline of events

• December 2019: Caroline Flack is charged with assault by beating following an incident at her London home.
• 15 February 2020: Caroline Flack dies at age 40.
• 2021: The family appears in the documentary Caroline Flack: Her Life and Death.
• 18 June 2026: Paul Flack celebrates his 55th birthday.
• 21 June 2026: Paul Flack is found unresponsive at his home in Norwich.
• 29 June 2026: An inquest into Paul Flack's death is opened at the Norfolk Coroner’s Court.
• 23 October 2026: The next scheduled date for the inquest hearing.

The death of Paul Flack highlights the long-term impact of the tragedy that has affected the family. As the family navigates this second loss, attention from observers has once again turned to the necessity of mental health support. Organizations continue to provide resources for those struggling with similar issues. In the UK and Ireland, the Samaritans can be contacted at 116 123.