Reality TV star Jordan Wright, known for his appearances on ITV’s ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ and MTV’s ‘Ex on the Beach’, tragically passed away at the age of 33. Wright’s body was found at 12:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, March 14, lying face down in a drainage canal by a worker in Thailand.
Wright, originally from Basildon, Essex, gained fame on reality television before transitioning to a career in financial investment. His turbulent journey included being fired from ITV amid allegations of taking paid sick leave from the London Fire Brigade to film episodes. Wright’s last post on Instagram shows him holding a glass of wine in an infinity pool, dated March 6.
In a heartbreaking turn of events, authorities discovered Wright barefoot and lifeless about a 20-minute walk from his hotel near Bang Tao Beach in Phuket. Despite his hotel key card for COCO Phuket Bangtao being on him, his phone was found at a nearby bank. There were no signs of forced entry in his hotel room, and CCTV footage captured him appearing restless before leaving the area where his body was later found.
As fans and fellow reality stars mourn his passing, questions linger over the circumstances surrounding his death. Police Chief Sutthirak Chuthong of the Choeng Thale district station in Thailand shared that an official cause of death cannot be determined until the autopsy results from Vachira Phuket Hospital are obtained.
Wright’s tragic end serves as a stark reminder of the highs and lows of fame, as he navigated the complexities of reality TV stardom and battled personal challenges. His untimely death leaves a void in the entertainment world, but his legacy lives on through the impact he made on those who knew him.
This story continues to unfold, shedding light on the darker side of celebrity culture and the pressures that come with it. Despite the uncertainties surrounding his death, one thing remains certain: Jordan Wright will be remembered for the joy he brought to audiences and the mark he left on the reality TV landscape.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.