Former Hollyoaks actor Callum Kerr is "grieving the tragic loss" of his mother and her husband after the British couple were found dead in their home in southwest France.
The bodies of Dawn and Andrew Searle were reportedly discovered on Thursday by a neighbour at their home in the village of Les Pesquiés, south of Villefranche-de-Rouergue.
The cause of death of the couple in their 60s is currently unknown, but a helicopter, drone, criminal investigation technicians, and a forensic doctor have been dispatched to the home, according to French outlets.
A representative of Scottish-born actor Kerr told the PA news agency: "At this time, Callum Kerr and Amanda Kerr are grieving the loss of their mother, Dawn Searle (née Smith, Kerr), while Tom Searle and Ella Searle are mourning the loss of their father, Andrew Searle.
"We kindly request that their privacy be respected during this difficult period.
"We will provide updates as appropriate."
Kerr is known for his role as PC George Kiss in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks as well as appearing in Netflix's Virgin River and the drama Flowers in the Attic: The Origin.
He has also released a number of country songs, including a new single this week titled Cold Beer Cold.
In September 2023, Kerr donned a tartan kilt as he walked his mother down the aisle for her wedding to Mr Searle.
Alongside a photo of them walking arm-in-arm posted to Instagram, he wrote at the time: "Not many people can say they walked their own mother down the aisle. What a pleasure! I love you mum.
"Congrats to Dawn and Andy on their wonderful wedding day and here's to a tremendous life together for the happy couple."
A spokesperson for the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office said: "We are supporting the family of a British couple who died in France and are liaising with the local authorities."
Source: Press Association
