Michael Nance was 31 years old. Participant in the American version of the popular TV show for some time struggled with addiction. However, while official cause of death set by the experts.

It became known that a former member of the U.S. version of the reality show “the Bachelor” passed away. As it turned out, Michael nance died in the night from Sunday to Monday. The police said that they received a call, and they went to the challenge. Law enforcement officers arrived at the house, where they found Michael, but literally in half an hour the man died. Forensic experts are working to determine the cause of death of 31-year-old reality show participant, but do not hurry with conclusions. Visible injuries on his body were found.

Ari Leyendas, who was also a member of the popular TV show together with Michael said that the man has long struggled with addiction to alcohol. He remembered that nance tried to get rid of addiction.

“The news on Michael is very tragic. He, unfortunately, suffered from an overdose, he sought help in rehab – said the finalist of the project “the Bachelor.” – He struggled with addiction and in the last two years trying to be treated. I will always remember my friend Michael nance, his kind and fragile mental organization. Addiction is a serious illness”.

Also a friend told that Michael not only tried to overcome the disease, but also helped other people who have faced a similar problem. “I’m hurt by the fact that he has helped a huge number of people, but, unfortunately, lost his own battle,” said the man. For former colleagues Michael his sudden death was a real blow.

Michael nance participated in the reality show in 2012. He appeared in the eighth season of the spin-off of “the Bachelor,” the American version. Unlike the original, in this project the main character is a woman and because of her heart’s struggle 25 men. Michael reached the final, however, was memorable to many viewers.

Emily Maynard, who became the heroine of the eighth season, was struck by the fact that the former member died. “Sad to Wake up because of the news about Michael Nance. He was a talented man with a good heart. Condolences to the family and friends,” she wrote in the social network.

The last five years Michael has continued to record music, and also worked in different areas – a fitness trainer, a car salesman and medical equipment.