British reality television personality Jordan Wright has died at the age of 33 after authorities discovered his body in a drainage canal in Thailand.
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The Daily Mail reported that local police found Wright’s body on March 14 in a canal near Bang Tao Beach in Phuket. A worker reportedly discovered him face down in stagnant water around midday and alerted authorities. Wright had been dead for less than two days at the time of the discovery, according to initial police estimates.
Authorities said Wright had checked into a hotel alone and was scheduled to check out on March 13, but staff raised concerns after he failed to do so. Police later searched his room and found no signs of forced entry or disturbance.
Investigators also reviewed CCTV footage that showed Wright appearing restless and pacing outside the hotel before leaving the premises. His movements appeared to lead toward the location where his body was later found.
Officials recovered personal belongings at the scene, including his mobile phone and hotel key card. Reports indicated he was barefoot when discovered, and authorities noted no immediate signs of physical assault.
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Police have not yet determined the cause of death. Authorities are awaiting autopsy and toxicology results to establish whether any substances contributed to the incident. The investigation remains ongoing.
Wright rose to prominence through appearances on reality shows including The Only Way Is Essex and Ex on the Beach. He appeared on the latter in 2017 and joined the ITV series the following year. After his time in television, he returned to work as a firefighter before later pursuing other ventures.
In recent months, Wright had relocated to Thailand and shared updates on social media documenting his new life. In one of his final posts, he described the country as his new home and expressed optimism about the future.
Following news of his death, tributes from fellow reality television personalities and fans have emerged online, with many remembering him for his energy and presence on screen.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Wright’s death as his family receives support from UK officials.