PAUL Danan was laid to rest as Boyzone's Shane Lynch and Hollyoaks co-stars attended the emotional funeral.
The Love Island and Hollyoaks icon tragically died last week aged 46.
Held today at Waltham Abbey in Essex, those who knew Paul paid their respects close to where he was born and raised.
Layer Cake actor Tamer Hassan was among the star-studded line-up of guests who marked his passing.
Paul, who comes from a Moroccan Jewish family, has been buried less than a week after being found dead at a property near Bristol.
In keeping with Jewish funeral traditions, the burial takes place within days of getting a death certificate.
It is thought the Rabbi was likely to have given a eulogy before those in attendance would have spoken a prayer.
Then each male guest of the family may have shovelled soil on top of the coffin before returning into the service.
A chosen family member - usually a man - may then have given a eulogy.
The emotional event took place this afternoon and follows the heartfelt tributes for the TV star which flooded social media.
His death was announced by Paul's management in a message, which read: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of Paul Danan at just 46 years old.
"Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many.
"His untimely departure will leave irreplaceable voids in the lives of all who knew him.
"During this difficult time, we kindly request respect and privacy for Paul’s family, friends, and colleagues.
"No further comments will be made at this time."
Paul was best known for playing Sol Patrick in Hollyoaks before starring in the original series of Celebrity Love Island in 2005.
The 46-year-old was found unresponsive in his luxury apartment on Wednesday last week.
BY Oliver Grady, Assistant Showbiz Editor
Paul Danan may have grabbed his share of column inches over his all too short 46 years, from his colourful love life to his well-documented struggles with addiction, but behind the headlines, there was a very sweet, vulnerable, big-hearted guy.
I’ve met and spoken with Paul many times over the years and have always had a soft spot for him. He was funny, articulate, smart and great company.
Yes, he had his demons, but he was very open about them and was always striving to be a better version of himself.
He was extremely proud of his theatre company, The Morning After, which he set up to help fellow addicts work through their trauma through drama and acting.
While he seemed lost at times, and on several occasions opened up to me about his struggle to be taken seriously in the industry after his private life exploits overshadowed his professional accomplishments, he clearly found a purpose in supporting others and helping them stay on the path of recovery.
There was only one thing Paul was prouder of than his recovery and his theatre company, and that was his son DeNiro.
Paul lit up when he spoke about his boy, and looked forward to spending the weekends with him as he co-parented with the lad’s mum.
His whatsapp photo was him beaming with DeNiro, and he loved to talk about his offspring’s accomplishments and his hopes for his future.
It breaks my heart that DeNiro now has to go through the rest of his life without his dad, and Paul will never see him grow up.
I last heard from Paul at Christmas, when he left me a voicenote saying he had some exciting things planned for 2025.
I told him we’d catch up in the New Year, but sadly we never got the chance to.
I’ll miss you Paul. You were one of life’s good ones.
He had been due to appear in court to face drug charges the day after he was found dead.
Months before he bravely spoke about his tragic battle to beat his vaping addiction and drug demons.
He took up the habit after years of smoking, but collapsed in May last year and had to be given CPR before he was rushed to hospital.
He then spent a week in intensive care where he contracted pneumonia and doctors warned his loved ones "he might not make it through the night".
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