Jo Jordan, star of the popular Irish reality show “Dublin Wives,” has died suddenly at the age of 51, her family has revealed.
The news is leaving fans and co-stars mourning her sudden loss, RSVP reported.
The television personality was found dead at her residence in Ratoath, County Meath.
Jordan was discovered by a relative last Thursday, a shocking event that resonated within the Irish entertainment community.
Her passing marks a significant loss to those who knew her from her television presence and personal life.
As of now, details regarding her funeral arrangements remain pending.
No cause of death has been revealed and all other details regarding her passing have been withheld from the public.
However, she was not known to be suffering from any life-threatening illnesses.
Her contributions to Irish television are fondly remembered, particularly her role in “Dublin Wives,” which aired in 2012.
The show featured a dynamic ensemble cast, including Virginia Macari, Roz Flanagan, Danielle Meagher, and Lisa Murphy.
“Dublin Wives” was notable for its cultural impact, capturing the attention of viewers across the country during its eight-episode run.
Originally entitled “Dublin Housewives,” the show’s name was changed at the request of NBC.
Despite its initial success, a third season was never commissioned, leaving fans wondering about its abrupt end.
The passing of Jordan comes a year after the death of her fellow cast member, Lisa Murphy.
Murphy died from a sudden and aggressive cancer at the same age of 51.
Meanwhile, fellow star Virginia Macari Smurfit has faced significant health challenges.
She is currently bound to a wheelchair in Los Angeles due to a severe viral infection that impacted both her spine and brain.
Jordan’s life outside of television included a successful entrepreneurial career.
In the wake of her passing, tributes have been pouring in from friends, colleagues, and fans.
One of the most heartfelt came from Danielle Meagher, a former co-star on “Dublin Wives.”
Expressing her deep sorrow, she recounted the moment she heard the devastating news.
“I pulled over my car bawling crying,” Meagher said.
Reflecting on their time together on the show, Meagher described their on-screen partnership as one that captivated the nation.
“We brought the country to a standstill as a duo,” she reminisced.
Her thoughts are now with Jordan’s family during “this terrible time.”
Despite her television success, Jordan had openly expressed regrets regarding her participation in the show.
The visibility brought by “Dublin Wives” weighed heavily on her personal life.
“I feel like a wreck after the show,” she once shared, indicating that, in some ways, the experience left her with a sense of personal loss.
She had candidly admitted that her involvement in the program impacted her ability to trust others, expressing remorse over divulging “so much about herself” during its airing.
Jordan leaves behind her two adult sons, who are now grappling with this unexpected tragedy.
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