Laura Whitmore Shares Final Messages from Caroline Flack in Heartfelt Tribute

On February 15, 2025, marking the fifth anniversary of Caroline Flack’s passing, Laura Whitmore shared previously private messages between herself and Flack, offering a heartfelt glimpse into their supportive friendship. Whitmore, who succeeded Flack as the host of “Love Island” in 2020, discovered these messages while transferring data to a new phone. She expressed that finding these conversations “really hit me hard,” as they revealed a side of Flack that had not been publicly seen.

In the shared messages, Flack expressed her approval of Whitmore taking over the hosting role, stating it was “perfect” that Whitmore would be working alongside her husband, Iain Stirling, the show’s narrator. Flack followed this sentiment with a series of love heart emojis, underscoring her support.

Whitmore reflected on their relationship, noting that Flack had been supportive when she took over hosting duties for “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! NOW!” and continued to offer encouragement when Whitmore assumed the “Love Island” role. She emphasized that both shows involved extensive teams relying on their success and expressed gratitude for the “last messages” exchanged with Flack.

Choosing to share these messages publicly, Whitmore aimed to highlight a positive aspect of Flack’s character, countering previous media narratives. She stated, “Media outlets wrote a lot far from the actual truth. I think they show a side to Caroline which is nice to remember.”

Caroline Flack, who hosted “Love Island” from 2015 to 2019, tragically took her own life in February 2020 at the age of 40. Her death prompted widespread discussions about media intrusion and the pressures faced by public figures. Whitmore’s decision to share these intimate messages serves as a tribute to their friendship and a reminder of Flack’s supportive nature.