Holly Hagan has announced the shock death of her sister, Darci Rose, at the age of 19.
The former Geordie Shore star took to Instagram to share the devastating news, revealing her family has been left “traumatised” by their sudden loss.
In statement posted on Instagram, the 33-year-old reality star explained the past few days have been incredibly tough and something she doesn’t want any other family to go through.
“It is with immeasurable grief and sadness that our baby girl, my baby sister Darci Rose passed away peacefully holding my hand surrounded by family & her best friends. She was never in any pain,” Hagan wrote.
“The last four days have been something I hope no family ever has to go through.
“We are traumatised in every sense of the word. One day we will share Darci’s story.
“But for now I please ask that you do respect our privacy and allow us to process what has happened.”
She went on to thank the ambulance crew and hospital staff who helped Darci in her final moments.
“To the incredible ambulance crew, and everyone at manchester royal infirmary A&E & ICU, thank you so much for giving my sister the absolute best chance. Because of you all we have had the opportunity to hold her hand, stroke her hair and feel her heart beating for the last time. We will forever be grateful for the way you have looked after her and us throughout this unimaginable process,” she continued.
Hagan explained that she feels like her job right now is “to support my family in any way that I can to ensure they don’t have to worry about work / finances.”
“Any posts you see this month are pre recorded and scheduled ahead of time. I will be continuing to work so they do not have to,” she continued.
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She penned a beautiful statement about her sister, praising what a wonderful auntie she was and how much her son adored her.
“I don’t know if I’m behaving in a way I assumed I would when grieving but i genuinely fele she has given me so much strength and is watching over us all as our guardian angel,” the post concluded.
“We love you so much baby girl. Forever 19.”
Hagan’s post has been flooded with messages of support and heartache for her and her family, with many of her old Geordie Shore castmates sending their love.
“A family should never have to go through this ever. I wish I could take this pain away my amazing holly. Darci was and is an angel and will always be guiding you and your family. You have strength I admire and I’m so proud of you for having to keep the family together. I love you endlessly and we will be there for you through this journey of grief. Our angel Beautiful Darci,” wrote Sophie Kasaei.
Charlotte Crosby wrote: “I’m blessed to have known such a beautiful girl! Alpha Jaxs birthday will be how I will remember your beautiful sister Darci, Alba spent all day playing with her! She naturally gravitated to her because darci radiated warmth and sunshine! So kind and caring. Reading this post has broke my heart. I love you so much Holly sending so much love to you your mam and John.”
“I’m so sorry for your loss. Truely heartbreaking,” commented Vicky Pattison.
Other reality stars shared their messages of support during this devastating time.
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Hagan shot to fame during her time on the reality show Geordie Shore, during the first season when she was just 18.
She appeared on the show from the debut series in 2011 until 2016, then again from 2018–2019, and returned in 2022.
She is now married to footballer Jacob Blyth.
They welcomed son Alpha-Jax, now two, in June 2023.
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