June Sarpong Mourns Model n Actor Brother Who Commits Suicide

The London-born model worked for Tommy Hilfiger and appeared in TV series Bones, actor brother to TV star June Sarpong who died after reportedly jumping off a bridge in California.

Forty year old Sam Sarpong, died near his home in Pasadena after officers spent seven hours trying to talk him down, US police said.

His sister, a panellist on ITV's Loose Women, said his passing "is a loss for the world".

"I love my brother very much. Sam was an amazing human being," she said.

"I'd ask anyone who is going through tough times to seek help. Please talk to someone."

She added: "My family and I are in a state of shock, please allow us to grieve in private. Thank you for all your messages of condolence."

Los Angeles County coroner's office is investigating his fall from the Colorado Street Bridge as a possible suicide.

A spokesman said the official cause of death will not be confirmed until toxicology tests are completed.