Darius Campbell-Danesh: Last News

Glastonbury Festival‘s fire-breathing Arcadia spider for celebrations during the football tournament this autumn.Live music performances including DJ sets will run in situ with the spider, which has become a firm fixture for electronic music at Glastonbury over the last decade.According to the Daily Mail, organisers of this year’s World Cup in Qatar have rented the 50-tonne, fire-breathing metal structure that Glastonbury itself hires annually from the Bristol-based Arcadia company for the tournament. No further details, however, on when it will be in place nor who is playing live inside the spider have been shared.The publication has reported further that a “well-placed source” suggested that the Arcadia spider may be one of the few zones in which alcohol is permitted to be drunk including at the stadiums and in the ‘Fan Zone’.

The girlfriend of singer Darius Campbell Danesh has revealed more sad details about the sudden death of the British singer in August 2022. 

Darius Campbell Danesh's girlfriend Lauren Cheek has said the couple were planning on moving to Scotland before the singer's sudden death.

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

THE family of former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh have spoken out after his cause of death was revealed today. The singer and actor was found dead in his US apartment, in Rochester, Minnesota, last month at the age of 41. But today it was confirmed that the star died from "inhalation of chloroethane", the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner's Office said.

found unresponsive in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11 at the age of 41.Autopsy documents obtained by Metro.co.uk state Campbell Danesh’s cause of death was ruled as ‘toxic effects of chloroethane’ which had been inhaled, with suffocation having been cited to have contributed to his death. The Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office also ruled that the singer’s death had been accidental.Campbell Danesh’s family had earlier released a statement saying that the police had found ‘no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances’ at the scene.Their full statement read: ‘It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.What is chloroethane and what is it found in?Chloroethane, also known as ethyl chloride, is a chemical used as a thickening agent and binder in many things including paint, cosmetics and more.It can also be used as a refrigerant, an aerosol spray propellant or anaesthetic. It can produce a cooling effect which is sometimes used in dentistry to diagnose whether a tooth is dead or not. It has also been used as a recreational drug.How dangerous is chloroethane?Chloroethane is a central nervous system depressant and can be fatal if inhaled in higher concentrations.

FORMER Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh died from "inhalation of chloroethane", the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed. The singer and actor was found dead in his US apartment, in Rochester, Minnesota, last month at the age of 41. Autopsy documents shared with The U.S.

Gerard Butler has paid tribute to his friend Darius Campbell Danesh, saying he has been left “devastated” by the death of his “brother in arms” last week.

Coldplay took a moment during their latest concert to pay tribute to Darius Campbell Danesh following his death aged 41, with Chris Martin honouring their ‘old friend’.This week, it was confirmed that Campbell Danesh, who finished third on Pop Idol in 2002, had died after being found ‘unresponsive’ at his apartment in Minnesota, US, on August 11.A statement released from the Colourblind musician’s family read: ‘We ask that you kindly respect our wishes for privacy at this time whilst we come to terms with the tragic loss of our son and brother.’Tributes have come pouring in for the late artist, from individuals including media mogul and former Pop Idol judge Simon Cowell, presenters Ant and Dec and Campbell Danesh’s ex-wife, actress Nathasha Henstridge.On Wednesday evening, Coldplay performed the latest leg of their Music of the Spheres world tour at Wembley Stadium, with the tour set to be taking place all the way through to November, with rescheduled dates also added for 2023.Before ending last night’s concert, Chris said: ‘We are going to send love from Wembley out to the world.

Former Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman appeared emotional as he appeared on TV to pay tribute to his friend Darius Campbell Danesh following the sad news of his death. The singer and theatre star's family confirmed on Tuesday (August 16) that he had died aged 41 last week.

actress Natasha Henstridge, has spoken out after his death at the age of 41, saying there are ‘no words’.The Pop Idol star was found dead in his US apartment, his family confirmed, and his cause of death remains unknown.Natasha, who started dating Campbell Danesh in 2004 and tied the knot with him in 2011, shared a string of sweet photos of the pair of them.She wrote: ‘I have found the paradox that is you love until it hurts. there can be no more hurt- Only more love -Mother Theresa.‘There are no words Darius… only Love Love Love.

Simon Cowell has shared his own tribute following the tragic death of Darius Campbell Danesh. There was an outpouring of shock and sadness on Tuesday (August 16) when the family of the former Pop Idol contestant confirmed his unexpected passing, aged 41.

Simon Cowell has shared a tribute to ‘charismatic’ Darius Campbell Danesh after the musician died, aged 41. The Colourblind singer died on August 11, with his family confirming the sad news earlier today. Following the announcement, a string of stars have remembered the late star on social media, including Pop Idol runner-up Gareth Gates.

Simon Cowell has shared a heart warming tribute following the unexpected death of Darius Campbell Danesh.The professional singer who appeared on Popstars and Pop Idol alongside Simon tragically passed away on August 11, with his family confirming the sad news earlier today in a statement.After the announcement of his death was released, a string of celebs have shared their condolences, including Simon who previously auditioned Darius in 2001.READ MORE: Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh found dead in US apartment aged 41In a statement via PA, the father of one said: "I first saw Darius on television over 20 years ago and I got to know him really well."He was charismatic, funny and just a great person to be with."His passing, for someone so young, is an absolute tragedy and my heart goes out to his family and friends."Television judge Nicki Chapman, who was also on the judging panel alongside Neil Fox and Pete Waterman also took to Twitter to share her respects.She wrote: "There will only ever be one Darius Campbell Danesh"A true gent with a kind soul & mischievous tinkle in his eye. "From that eventful first audition on Popstars to him kindly inviting me to see him perform on the West End stage."She concluded her message by saying: "Thoughts are with his family at this sad time."Music manager Pete Waterman also spoke about Darius' passing while appearing on Talk TV and said he wanted to get back into the music industry.He explained: "Yes, I spoke to him, I had tea with him two days before lockdown on the Wednesday before and we went to tea.

Darius Campbell Danesh's final picture saw Pop Idol legend walking barefoot near his Minnesota home with Hollywood megastar Gerard Butler.He wore a baggy pair of grey trousers and a casual black t-shirt, with the actor also dressing down donning a pale blue polo top and denim wash jeans.Darius was last snapped in the UK at Grosvenor House, London, in June 2018, when he attended the Caudwell Children's Butterfly Ball.The chart-topper showcased his inner kindness as he went along to the annual fundraiser to help raise funds for sick and disabled children across the UK.The Colourblind singer was found dead in his Minnesota apartment five days ago (August 11) and the cause of the hitmakers death is still unknown.According to reports, the 41-year-old was found unresponsive in his US apartment room, with medics later pronouncing him dead.Officers at the scene have confirmed there appeared to be no signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances with further investigations still being carried out.Darius' family, have now released a statement of "great sadness" as they ask for privacy while going through the grieving process.They said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh."We ask that you kindly respect our wishes for privacy at this time whilst we come to terms with the tragic loss of our son and brother."

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