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Former Coronation Street actress Faye Brooks has tied the knot with her West End co-star after a whirlwind 10-month romance.

The ex-wife of Scots star Darius Danesh Campbell has paid a heartfelt tribute to the singer a year on from his death.

Just months after splitting from his ex, singing star Gareth Gates has found a new romance and the pair have gone Instagram official this week.The Pop Idol singer, 39, and his previous girlfriend, DJ star Chloe McLennan finished their three-year romance back in November. But less than a year on and Gareth is back on the horse as he has fallen for brunette beauty Allana Taylor who is in the West End production of Grease at the moment.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Gareth Gates showed off his muscular new physique during an appearance at the Jacaranda Lounge beach club in Ibiza, and the star was barely recognisable after years away from the spotlight.The 39 year old, who shot to fame when he came runner-up to Will Young in Pop Idol back in 2002, looked worlds away as he got up on stage and performed for guests. Rocking a toned torso and bronzed tan, Gareth enjoyed screams and cheers from the crowd as he got everyone on their feet for an evening of fun and music.

A hair transplant clinic used by celebrities such as actor Joe Swash and singer Gareth Gates is planning major growth after securing a £7m investment.

Pop Idol star passed away.The singer died at the age of 41 back in August 2022, after he was found unresponsive in a hotel in Minnesota. Reports at the time said that he had died from “inhalation of chloroethane”.Danesh’s post-mortem documents also listed “suffocation” as having led to his death, which was ruled an accident.Now, Lauren Cheek has confirmed that his death was caused by an undetected condition that caused his heart to swell to twice its normal size.“Darius was living with this heart condition that he didn’t know he had,” she told The Sun.“His mum told me they only found out after they did the autopsy.

He’s best known as Celebs Go Dating’s loveable receptionist, but seasoned actor, singer and author Tom Read Wilson has many more strings to his bow. This summer he’s taking a break from welcoming love-hungry celebs into the CGD agency to star as Squidward in The SpongeBob Musical – a role he’s sharing with Pop Idol’s Gareth Gates. Talented Tom, who studied at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music in London, is no stranger to the stage, but says he’s apprehensive about taking on such a big role after so long manning the CGD switchboard.

Simon Cowell is planning to launch a new singing show to mark the 20th anniversary of one of his most successful projects, The X Factor. The 63 year old music mogul and multimillionaire record executive has said he is "definitely" looking to set up a new singing competition series and loves finding artists who deserve a big break.

Gareth Gates faced his fear of stuttering on live TV appearing on BBC Breakfast to talk about his new role starring as Squidward in the UK’s tour of The SpongeBob Musical.

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Carol Vorderman has addressed the allegation that she was “cosying up” to Gareth Gates at the Cheltenham Races this week. Carol brushed arms with other UK stars this week as she attended the racing festival alongside the likes of Mike and Zara Tindall, former Conservative MP Matt Hancock and former Made in Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo. In the VIP area on Tuesday, Carol, 62, was pictured laughing and giggling with former Pop Idol singer Gareth Gates.

, the former Countdown host has claimed that she has been stitched up. The 62-year-old took to Twitter to claim that she wasn't "cosying up" to Mr Hancock, 44, and partner Gina Coladangelo at all. READ MORE: Wetherspoon hack to get cheaper food and drinks shared onlineThe Mail said: "They were seen to be in deep conversation on the terrace during the Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle after the first racegoers made their way through the gates at the Cheltenham Festival today.

Former Coronation Street star Faye Brookes gushed over her fiancé Iwan Lewis at the press night of The Great British Bake Off Musical at London's Noel Coward Theatre on Monday night. However, she risked a run-in with her ex-fiancé Gareth Gates as he also attended the event. Cutting a stylish figure, Faye donned a black lace mini skirt and matching cardigan, which she paired with some black tights for the occasion.

A huge festival of 90s music is heading to the Manchester City Airport at Barton this summer.

This is the moment Clyde 1 DJs George Bowie and Cassi Gillespie stunned punters in a Glasgow bar as they took to the mic and belted out a Christmas tune.

Pop Idol star Gareth Gates surprised fans as he got up to sing in a Glasgow karaoke bar on Sunday night.

For over a decade Dr Matee Ullah has been the hairline hero who has given the gift of confidence back to patients suffering from hair loss. Katie Price, X Factor, I'm A Celebrity and Dancing On Ice star Jake Quickenden, TOWIE's James Lock, Love Island 's Jack Fincham and Dom Lever, pop star Gareth Gates and ex-Eastenders actor and Joe Swash are among the stars who've sought help from hair transplant surgeon Dr Matee Ullah who has performed thousands of procedures.

Gareth Gates is reportedly the latest star to have joined the line-up of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The current season of the survival show has been dramatic, with Love Island star Amber Gill leaving after failing to complete a physical challenge on the beach, while Pete Wicks was forced to leave when he knocked himself unconscious during a challenge. However, the former Pop Idol star has not been deterred by the accidents of the current cast, which also includes EastEnders star Maisie Smith, and will join the next cohort of celebrities to be put through their paces by ex-US Marine Rudy Reyes, according to a source.

Gareth Gates, will be taking part in the next series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares To Win, with filming already being scheduled for next month, according to reports.The latest series of the gruelling show has so far seen celebrities one star kicked out and another forced to withdraw after being knocked out in the sea. While the current series of the Channel 4 show has only just returned to screens, the next batch of celebs will head to an unconfirmed location next month, according to sources. Pop Idol star turned West End actor, 37, is thought to be among them with an insider stating: "Gareth loves the show and is always looking for new challenges so when the opportunity came up he couldn't turn it down.

Scottish singer and West End star Darius Campbell Danesh died from respiratory arrest caused by inhalation of chloroethone, a US medical examiner has confirmed. 

Former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh died from “inhalation of chloroethane”, a US medical examiner's office has confirmed.

Former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh died from “inhalation of chloroethane”, the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed.

Darius Campbell Danesh believed he had lived a 'blessed' life and spoke of his deep yearning to return to Scotland, the land he truly loved, in his poignant final interview.  As a host of celebrities, friends and fans mourned his death last week and paid tribute to the man who went from reality show laughing stock to pop and West End stardom, the most heartbreaking words came from the Scottish icon's own lips. As he looked back on his life, he simply said: 'I've been really blessed.

Will Young has paid tribute to his former Pop Idol co-star Darius Campbell Danesh, who died earlier this week. Danesh, who was living in the US, was found dead in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota on Tuesday (16 August). He was 41.

Will Young has paid tribute to his fellow Pop Idol finalist Darius Campbell Danesh, following his sad death last week at the age of 41. The singer, who became the first ever winner of the pop competition in 2002, appeared in the Pop Idol final alongside Darius and Gareth Gates. Sharing a throwback photo of the pair together, Will wrote: “For the past few days my thoughts have been with Darius's family and will continue to be so.

MORE: Darius Danesh's family could face further heartache following shock deathTaking to his Instagram, which he rarely updates, the Hollywood star shared a photo of him and Darius enjoying a concert together and revealed that his "heart aches heavily" but vowed to celebrate his life going forward.WATCH: Stars gone too soonIn a lengthy tribute, which was quickly liked by over 32,000 followers, he wrote: "I am devastated by the sudden passing of my dear friend Darius, a true brother in arms. My thoughts and love go to his wonderful mum and dad Avril and Booth and his two brilliant brothers Aria and Cyrus."RELATED: Darius Campbell Danesh's friend Rosario Dawson reveals 'shock' over his tragic deathREAD: Gareth Gates lead tributes following former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh's deathDescribing the Pop Idol star, he continued: "To those lucky enough to have met Darius for more than a few minutes, they were deeply moved by his infectious laugh and barely containable zest for life.

The grieving family of former Pop Idol contestant Darius Campbell Danesh may not find out the cause of his death for two months. Scottish singer and and West End performer Darius, who was 41, was found unresponsive in bed in his apartment room in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11 and pronounced dead that afternoon.

Darius Campbell Danesh was said to be “really excited” to appear in a Pop Idol reunion show just weeks before he sadly passed away.

Rosario Dawson has paid tribute to Pop Idol's Darius Campbell following his tragic death at the age of 41.MORE: Gareth Gates lead tributes following former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh's deathTaking to Instagram with a photo of herself being kissed on the cheek by Darius and fellow actor Gerard Butler, also a good friend of the singer, she wrote: "Great Scot! Beloved Darius, you have left us reeling in a state of shock and sadness that are as palpable as your hugs and laughter were."WATCH: Stars gone too soonShe added: "You were one of the greats. A giant among us, your loving, generous kindness will not be forgotten.

passed away at the age of 41.MORE: Lorraine Kelly speaks out after shock death of Darius DaneshHis family announced the heartbreaking news in a statement on 16 August that read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. WATCH: Stars gone too soon"Darius was found unresponsive in bed in his apartment room in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11 and was pronounced dead in the afternoon by the local medical examiner's office."READ: Gareth Gates lead tributes following Darius Campbell Danesh's deathMORE: Remembering famous faces we lost in 2022They further added that the local police department had confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances and the cause of his sudden death is unknown.