THIS Morning star Matty Lock was found dead in his summer home after taking his own life, an inquest was told.
The 19-year-old, who rose to fame reviewing hoovers on the ITV show, died on September 8.
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Matty Lock sadly passed away aged just 19 Credits: Rex
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A teenager inspected the vacuum cleaners this morning Credit: Rex
An inquest into his death revealed that Matty had struggled with alcohol and the drug ketamine in the year leading up to his death.
He was discovered hanged at his home in Maghull, Merseyside, and police were “assured” there was no third party involvement.
An autopsy revealed that he had been drinking and using ketamine before taking his own life.
Sefton’s senior coroner Julie Goulding recorded a verdict of suicide.
After the heartbreaking news was announced, tributes poured in for Matty.
This Morning said: “Everyone at This Morning is shocked and saddened by the news of the death of Matty Lock, aged just 19.
“He was a wonderful young man, a pleasure to work with and his passion for vacuum cleaners and general mechanics was infectious.
“His family came to the studio and were so proud that he turned a childhood hobby into a career. We will miss him and send our condolences to his family.”
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Rylan Clark, who hosted the daytime ITV show, commented: “Gosh, that’s really sad. Sending love x”
While Holly Willoughby shared a photo of the late presenter on her Instagram.
She said: “So shocked and saddened to hear the news today. Matty was a wonderful person with a real passion for what he did…
“I love his friends and family at what must be a very difficult time.”
In addition to his role on This Morning, Matty was also a member of the Labor Party in Sefton and Merseyside.
He was elected as a town councilor in Maghull shortly before his death.
Labor deputy leader Angela Rayner, who campaigned with Matty, said: “Incredibly sad news, Matty has done so much for his community.
“My love and prayers are with his friends and family.”
If you are affected by any of the problems mentioned in this article, call Samaritans for free on 116123.
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Matty’s love for hoovers started when he was just two years old Credit: Rex
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