Chloe Lewis honors late ex‑boyfriend Jake Hall, 35

Chloe Lewis, a former star of the reality television series The Only Way Is Essex, has publicly shared a tribute to her ex-boyfriend Jake Hall following his death earlier this month. Hall, who was also a cast member on the show and a fashion designer, died at the age of 35 in Spain on May 6.

Hall was found deceased at a rented property in Santa Margalida, Majorca. According to local reports, the incident occurred after he had been out with friends. Authorities have stated the death appears to be accidental, with no criminal activity suspected. An autopsy has been conducted, though the results have not been publicly released.

Lewis, who dated Hall on and off for several years beginning when they were teenagers, posted a lengthy message on social media on Friday. She described Hall as her "first love" and "childhood sweetheart," recalling their meeting at age 16 and their decade-long relationship, which ended in 2016. She wrote that navigating their young years while being thrust into the public eye through the reality show was a struggle that impacted their relationship.

In her tribute, Lewis highlighted Hall's dedication to being a father to his eight-year-old daughter, River,...