Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan has shared his heartbreak after the death of a pregnant co-star in a car crash. Paul Danan said he was shocked and upset to learn about the death of his friend Frankie Julia Hough, who appeared in Hollyoaks as Jessica Holt.
Paul shared a photo of Frankie and snippets of their time together on the programme, reports The Mirror, writing: "I just heard the most shocking upsetting news I've heard in such a long time.
"Another good friend who was such a special person has sadly passed away while carrying her unborn baby and her 2 little boys and nephew who were in the car too. They had a terrible car accident."
Paul added: "She was driving on the M66 when a car must have crashed in to them.
"This wonderful actress played the character "Jess" alongside me for nearly 4 years in @hollyoaksofficial her real name is Frankie Hough and I adored her. I feel so lost right now. #RIPFranki."
He added: "Here is a link to donate some money for these poor little boys she has left behind who are currently fighting for their lives and will be slowly realising that their mummy isnt alive anymore. Just incomprehensible... #totallydevastated.
Frankie also starred in Merseybeat, Heartbeat, Where the Heart Is and Wire in the Blood. Frankie and her unborn baby were laid to rest on June 9 after she died aged 38.
Her family have set up a GoFundMe page with a target of raising £60,000 for the young boys' recoveries and to "help build back our family in memory of our angel".
Adil Iqbal, 22, has pleaded guilty to causing her death, he also admitted to causing serious injuries to Frankie's son, Tommy.
Iqbal, of Accrington, Lancashire, will face sentencing on July 19th.
