Dr Alex speaks on brother’s death and says he needs to ‘process what happened’

Dr Alex has shared another heartfelt message to social media a day after revealing on Friday that his beloved brother had died.

The Love Island star told his followers that he had lost his younger brother Llŷr 'to mental health.'

This morning the NHS doctor return to his Instagram to say that he was still trying to process what has happened.

"Thank you for all the messages and kindness here and to my phone," he began.

"I am incredibly grateful of the support and it means so much.

"I am sorry that I can't reply yet. I need to try and process what has happened somehow."

30-year-old Alex had been inundated with support after he broke news of the family tragedy.

He told followers that his brother, who is believed to be 19-years-old, was due to start medical school next month in the hopes of becoming a doctor.

Posting a picture of them together on Instagram, he penned: "I can’t believe I am actually writing this post. I have lost my beautiful little brother to mental health. I love you so much Llŷr.

"The kindest and most caring soul. I was so proud of you starting medical school next month, you would have been the most incredible doctor.

"We are hurting so bad. No words can explain. As a family we are devastated. We love you and miss you so much. Please rest in peace x Our boy."

Many of Alex's Love Island co-stars then reached out to him online.

Series winner Dani Dyer wrote: "So so sorry alex♥️ sending you so much love xx"

While Megan Barton Hanson, who has been open about her mental health struggles in the past, added: "Alex I’m so sorry for yours and your families loss. I can’t put into words how heartbreaking this news is. I’m always here if you need me. Sending love ❤️❤️❤️❤."

Alex's friends from the series Wes Nelson and Josh Denzel also told Alex they were there for him.

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