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has died. The former Pop Idol star has died in a US apartment with the cause of death still unknown. A statement said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.

Darius Campbell Danesh took a huge risk after famously turning down Simon Cowell's record deal - but the Pop Idol star had the last laugh.

K.J. Yossman Darius Campbell Danesh, the “Pop Idol” runner up and West End Star has died, the BBC reports.

Popstars, Pop Idol and West End star Darius Danesh has tragically died aged 41, his family have confirmed.

Darius Campbell Danesh, the Pop Idol contestant and star of multiple West End musicals, has died aged 41, his family has announced.

The sun is shining right now on what's proving to the hottest summer in the UK's history books, so we at Official Charts thought it was time to take things back to a slightly cooler time, and revisit the biggest songs in the UK over the summer of 2002.

The sun is shining right now on what's proving to the hottest summer in the history books, so we at Official Charts thought it was time to take things back to a...slightly cooler time, and revisit the biggest songs of the summer of 2002. 

Holly Willoughby took to Instagram to share a never-before-seen family photo with her fans on Sunday.MORE: Holly Willoughby's sizzling swimsuit selfie causes a stirThe This Morning star shared a touching personal post in honour of Father's Day – and sparked quite the reaction amongst her fans. WATCH: Holly Willoughby shares peek inside living room in London homeHolly and her older sister Kelly both chose to share the same throwback photo on their Instagram accounts, a throwback picture taken when they were young.READ: This Morning's Holly Willoughby shares rare photo of son HarryMORE: Holly Willoughby admits she regrets this one thing about her weddingThe sweet snapshot shows the girls sat either side of their dad, Brian, with Holly beaming for the camera while holding a soft blue duck while Kelly is lovingly looking at her younger sister, while cradling a baby doll in her arms.

On February 9 2002, over 13 million viewers watched Will Young beat Gareth Gates to be crowned the nation's first-ever Pop Idol. With the concept of the TV talent show in its absolute infancy, nobody could've predicted what happened next. Will's debut double A-side single, a cover of Westlife album track Evergreen paired with the Cathy Dennis-penned Anything is Possible, went on to become the best-selling single of the noughties.

On February 9 2002, over 13 million viewers watched Will Young beat Gareth Gates to be crowned the nation's first-ever Pop Idol. With the concept of the TV talent show in its absolute infancy, nobody could've predicted what happened next. Will's debut double A-side single, a cover of Westlife album track Evergreen paired with the Cathy Dennis-penned Anything is Possible, went on to become the best-selling single of the noughties.

Celebrity Big Brother star Kenzie looks worlds away from what he used to look like in the Big Brother House, after marking 17 years since being on the reality TV show. James Kenzie, now 36, became well-known as the youngest ever CBB housemate when he appeared on the show in 2005 at the age of 19. However, the former Blazin’ Squad member has continued to carve out a career in music since the band parted ways and now plays DJ gigs around the world.

Pop Idol is set to return to out screens for its 20th anniversary and to mark the occasion, Scottish Pop Idol star Darius Danesh is rumoured to be making a return appearance.

Smash-hit singing series Pop Idol is allegedly set to make its long-anticipated return to our screens after a 20 year absence. Broadcaster ITV are rumoured to be in 'early stage talks' about bringing back the show, which launched the impressive careers of the likes of Will Young and Gareth Gates.Though it may have only aired for a total of two seasons, the talent contest - first released in 2001 - saw some of the brightest stars of the early noughties being recognised on-screen for their incredible voices.

Gareth Gates posted a sweet shot of his daughter Missy on Tuesday in celebration of International Women’s Day as he called her his “world”.The 37 year old shared a boomerang of himself kissing his 12 year old daughter tenderly on the forehead on Instagram Stories as the pre teen was seen staring and smiling as she hugged her dad. Gareth’s tribute photo comes months after the singer shared another rare snap of daughter Missy on Instagram, telling followers: “It’s not often I post photos of my little girl - she’s growing so up fast! Daddy loves you”.

Disney's Encanto soundtrack continues its massive chart success in the UK, netting a seventh consecutive week at Number 1 on the Official Compilations chart.

It's been over twenty years since Will Young defied the odds and was crowned winner of Pop Idol in 2001. Over ten gruelling weeks of live shows, Will impressed both the public and the show judges Simon Cowell, Pete Waterman, Nicki Chapman and Neil Fox. The singer was voted the champion by the public, managing to pip the series favourite Gareth Gates to the post with 53% of the vote, scoring him a coveted recording contract.

Pop Idol final. Watched by 15 million viewers, Will Young triumphed over Gareth Gates with 53. 1% of a record 8.

Pop Idol was one of the biggest TV hits of the early noughties. Despite only running for two series, the show spawned the careers of both Gareth Gates and Will Young. However, it also made a star of Kent-born singer Rik Waller, who was tipped to win the first series of the singing reality show.

Former Coronation Street actor Adam Rickitt looks unrecognisable from his days as Nick Tilsley on the ITV soap.

Former Coronation Street star Faye Brookes has been accused of animal cruelty for allegedly leaving her two dogs on her balcony "all day and night" during the heatwave.The 33 year old is the owner of two Pomeranians named Bao and Bear with her boyfriend Joe Davies, however, her neighbours were reportedly left concerned after spotting them on her balcony for hours on end.

Gareth Gates has taken to Instagram to share a very rare photo of his daughter Missy, and the 12-year-old has grown up so much.The sweet snapshot shows father and daughter stood outside in front of a panelled fence with Gareth tenderly planting a kiss on Missy's head.

Gareth Gates has shared a rare snap of his beautiful 12 year old daughter Missy.The singer, 37, who is dad to Missy with his ex-wife Suzanne Mole, previously vowed to keep his daughter off social media. But Gareth couldn’t resist sharing an adorable photograph alongside his offspring.The star is seen planting a kiss on top of Missy’s head as she beams in a black outfit.

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Dancing on Ice star Faye Brookes had viewers gripped to their TV screens with her Coronation Street character Kate Connor's dramatic love life. But what about the 33-year-old's real-life relationships?The actress dated Gareth Gates on and off for seven years, before their final split in 2019.

READ MORE: Dancing on Ice: ITV cut series short following injuries and CovidThe former Coronation Street star is definitely one to look out for as she impresses the judges week after week. She portrayed Kate Connor in Corrie but decided to leave the cobbles in 2019.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Fans are loving the new series of Dancing on Ice which returned to our screens in January, and among the celebrities competing this year is former Cornonation Street star Faye Brookes. The actress portrayed fan favourite character Kate Connor between 2015 and 2019.

Gareth Gates fast became a household name after his Pop Idol success.The star appeared on the hit show back in 2002 and battled it out against vocal rival Will Young, who eventually went on to win the show. Bradford-born Gareth was just 16 at the time, and he quickly became a popular participant as he fought through his stammer to show off his musical talent.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Faye Brookes may not be able to have her family and partner Joe Davis cheer her on from the edge of the rink on Dancing on Ice thanks to COVID-19 restrictions, but there's no doubt they're supporting the star from the comfort of their own homes. MORE: Why did Dancing on Ice star Faye Brookes and Gareth Gates split?So how much do you know about Faye's private life? Take a look at the Coronation Street star's family.

Former Coronation Street star Faye Brookes had viewers gripped to their TV screens as the storyline of Kate Connor's dramatic love life played out from 2015 to 2019. But what about Faye's real-life relationships?READ: Gareth Gates reveals new romance following end of his engagementThe Dancing on Ice star dated Gareth Gates on and off for seven years, before splitting in 2019.

here"Feeling so overwhelmed by all the love and sweet messages," she wrote on her Instagram."So unbelievably grateful for each and everyone of you out there who made me feel so special on my birthday." Faye, who played Kate Connor in Coronation Street, went public with her romance with Joe at the end of last year.