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

His family wrote in their heartfelt statement: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh."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 examiners’ office."The statement added: "The local police department have confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances."The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue."It concluded: "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."The tragedy took place after Darius had more than two decades of a successful showbiz career.He was much-loved in the entertainment industry, as early tributes suggest.BBC Radio presenter Sean Dunderdale has reminisced on Twitter of his caring and kind nature while telling of his sadness."I'm shocked by the sad news of the death of Darius Danesh," he wrote, adding: "He was one of the warmest, kindest, people."We met just after I’d gone through a breakup and to cheer me up he took me backstage at his gig, spent the day making sure I was okay and even tried to set me up with a friend!"Darius first attracted mainstream attention with his unique rendition of Britney Spears' Hit Me Baby One More Time.He went on to achieve third place on Pop Idol, behind Will Young and Gareth Gates.More than 13 million people tuned in to watch the fast-paced final.Though Will and Gareth's careers might have initially achieved more fame, Darius went on to rise to number one later in the year with his track Colourblind.His album, Dive In, also reached the top ten in the charts,

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.

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.

Gareth Gates shared a rare snap of his young daughter and she is certainly growing up very fast.

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