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Ekin Karasin

Jake Hall's ex Misse Beqiri shares emotional message about their daughter after his 'devastating' death

Jake Hall’s ex Misse Beqiri shared a heartbreaking statement after the TOWIE star’s shocking death at 35.

The reality star was found dead with fatal head injuries at a holiday villa in Majorca on Wednesday morning after a night of partying.

Police are believed to think the designer - who was previously stabbed at a nightclub - died after smashing his head through a glass wall at the rented accommodation.

Real Housewives of Cheshire star Beqiri - who dated Hall on and off for several years - said she is prioritising “supporting and protecting” their eight-year-old daughter River.

"At this time, Misse’s focus is on supporting and protecting their child as they come to terms with this devastating loss,” her representatives said.

“The family are asking for privacy, compassion and respect while they grieve privately."

Hall and Beqiri welcomed River in November 2017.

The duo had a turbulent on-off relationship. The got engaged in May 2018, but soon broke things off.

Hall was served with a restraining order in December for 28 days. He was not arrested or charged with any criminal offences.

The TV star was found dead in Santa Margalida, Majorca, on Wednesday morning after a night out.

A source told The Sun: “Witnesses told investigators he had been out partying all night and decided to carry on the party back at the place he was renting.”

Four men and two women staying at the house are thought to have been questioned.

They reportedly told officers they had been out in the evening and continued partying after returning to the villa in the early hours.

A police source said: “We are focusing on the theory the victim died in a tragic accident after hitting his head against the glass door but it is still too early to say definitely what happened.”

No arrests are thought to have been been made as inquiries continue. An autopsy is due to take place in the Majorcan capital Palma.

An ongoing investigation is being led by the Spanish Civil Guard. The Standard has contacted Hall’s representative for comment.

A slew of celebrities paid tribute to Hall on social media.

Blue singer Anthony Costa wrote: “So sad. What a lovely bloke you were mate R.I.P,” and US stylist Kyle De Volle commented with a series of broken heart emojis.

Hall and Beqiri had a turbulent on-off relationship (Instagram)

Model and influencer Roxie Nafousi penned: “Jake :( you were such a sweet soul, I always loved our catch ups. I know things weren’t always easy for you but you never gave up and you really loved your little girl more than anything in the world. This is so devastating. Keep dancing up in heaven. Rest in peace.”

Hall had a second home in Mallorca that he often used as a base for work and leisure.

Hours before he died, he shared an Instagram video of himself painting, strolling around the Spanish streets and hanging out with River.

He set the clip to the Rolling Stones song Beast of Burden and captioned it: “Life is b******s sometimes but I’m gonna try remember the good things – ️ looking through things – I’m just making art – in many forms.”

Hall shot to fame on TOWIE in 2015, where he dated Chloe Lewis on and off. He quit the ITV reality show in 2024.

His clothing brand Prevu went into liquidation and he later launched the new clothing venture, By Jake Hall.

His death comes a decade after he was reportedly stabbed at a nightclub.

He was believed to have been attacked during a night out with friends at the Aqwa Mist club in Puerto Banus in the south of Spain.

The TV personality, then 24, was taken to hospital by his friends. He was stabbed in his right side and his kidney was affected, according to reports.

He shared a photo of himself lying in hospital after the incident and told fans: "Thank you so much for everyone's amazing support and getting me through this.

“I'm getting better thank to everyone. Can't get rid of me that easily."

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