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READ MORE: Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman chokes up over death of friend Darius Campbell DaneshThe starlet's cause of death is not yet known and was not confirmed by her agency.Fans were devastated to learn of Josephine's passing and took to Twitter to offer up their condolences as they paid tribute to the television personality.One online user penned: "Such sad news that the fabulous #JosephineTewson has passed away."She was superb in #KeepingUpAppearances and also a great #HeartbeatGuestStar" Another echoed: "It's so sad that we have lost so many of the Keeping Up Appearance cast."It was such a brilliant best of British comedy and Josephine played her part brilliantly to allow Patricia to get the punchline laughs in their scenes. Rest in peace Josephine Tewson."While others said "Such sad news," and "RIP Josephine Tewson."Josephine devoted most of her life to acting and enjoyed a career on the screen for many decades.She was best known for playing the long-suffering and nervous neighbour Elizabeth Warden on Keeping Up Appearances.

They were the pop band who shot to fame from an ITV reality show - beating the boys and unexpectedly becoming darlings of even the most cynical critics. Nearly 22 years after forming on Popstars: The Rivals, Girls Aloud are back with a new arena tour and will appear on this weekend's final Saturday Night Takeaway.

Members of Girls Aloud shared a touching tribute to their late, and very missed, bandmate Sarah Harding.The blonde beauty would have turned 42 on Friday but sadly lost her battle with breast cancer in 2021, aged just 39. Her former bandmates - Cheryl, Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh - penned a beautiful message to Sarah alongside a smiling picture of her from the band's Love Machine music video. It said: "Sending love to all Sarah’s fans, friends and family on her birthday today x" Girls Aloud was formed in 2002 after being put together on the talent show ITV's Popstars: The Rivals by judges Pete Waterman, Louis Walsh and Spice Girl Geri Halliwell.

This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the first Northern Soul all-nighter, an event that defined a generation in the UK and beyond.

Darius Campbell Danesh.The pair competed together in the first ever series of Pop Idol broadcast in 2001 on ITV with Will going onto win the entire competition whilst Darius came 3rd in the competition being eliminated in week 8 of the live finals.But after Darius was found to be unresponsive in his Massachusetts apartment and died shortly after, aged just 41-years-old, Will stayed mostly silent on social media in the immediate aftermath of his tragic passing.READ MORE: Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman chokes up over death of friend Darius Campbell Danesh But now, Will has finally opened up on social media with a touching message for his fellow Pop Idol finalist.Sharing a polaroid photo of the pair smiling and laughing from 2001, Will wrote a touching essay for his competitor whom he praised as "courageous and gentle".He wrote: "For the past few days my thoughts have been with Darius's family and will continue to be so. I found this picture a while ago taken during Pop Idol."The Evergreen hitmaker continued: "If there was ever an example of not giving up on your dreams then Darius is top of the pile.

Love Island's Amy Hart has revealed a surprise friendship with the late Darius Campbell Danesh, after he tragically passed away earlier this month, aged 41. Darius' family revealed on Tuesday 16 August that the former Pop Idol 2001 star had been found "unresponsive" at his apartment in Minnesota, US, and was pronounced dead on 11 August. Amy, 29, who appeared on series 5 of ITV's Love Island in 2019, no doubt surprised some of her 1.1million followers when she revealed her unlikely friendship with Darius after posting a sweet selfie of the pair to her Instagram story, along with a tribute to him.

Former Pop Idol co-hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have broken their silence following the death of Darius Campbell Danesh, remembering "many laughs" with the Scottish singer.The TV presenting duo paid tribute to the 41-year-old, who finished third behind winner Will Young, 43, and Gareth Gates, 38, in the first Pop Idol series on ITV in 2002. Darius also appeared on an episode of their Ant and Dec's entertainment show Saturday Night Takeaway. His tragic death was announced by his family on Tuesday after the songwriter and theatre star was found unresponsive in his US apartment on August 11.

Former Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman has said Darius Campbell Danesh "could have gone on to be bigger than Michael Buble" in a moving tribute. Waterman, 75, joined others from the music industry in remembering the Scottish singer and theatre star, who tragically died aged 41.The Glasgow-born performer's family announced his death in a statement on Tuesday, after he was found unresponsive in bed in his apartment room in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11. Local police confirmed there were "no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances", with the cause of his sudden death unknown at this stage, according to the family.

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.

Pop Idol singer Darius was found dead in his US apartment aged 41 on August 11.Former Pop Idol judge Pete appeared on BBC Breakfast on Wednesday (August 17), where he told viewers about how close he was with the late star and how he was still finding it hard to process the fact that he's gone.READ MORE: Darius Campbell Danesh's ex-wife shares sad tribute following Pop Idol star's death The legendary record producer's voice shook as BBC host Jon Kay pointed out: "I was watching you Pete as you and we all watched and listened to those clips of Darius performing, and you were just sort of shaking your head."Almost struggling to take in this news that he's no longer with us."Pete's voice trembled as he replied: "No... it was a phone call I never expected yesterday, to be honest, and I still am finding it difficult to come to terms with it."The decorated radio and club DJ went on to reveal that he had tea with Darius during lockdown, and that the Scottish singer had asked him to come over to the US to work with him.Pete went on: "Because I had tea with him just before lockdown and he wanted me to go to America and work with him and help him out in making the big bill.

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.

Before the age of social media and reality TV that we know today, you could turn on the telly in the early hours and watch someone else's night out.

Michelle McManus has some very exciting news.The former Pop Idol legend is known for her powerful vocals and controversially won the singing talent show despite judge Pete Waterman branding her "rubbish".But that's not all as the 42-year-old Scot has her sights set on something different – comedy.READ MORE: Pop Idol gearing up for epic reboot as ITV bosses 'in talks to discuss 2023 return'Michelle announced on Instagram that she has a one-woman show that has featured at the Edinburgh Festival and will be bringing it to a theatre in East Kilbride for “one night only”.The announcement says: "I’ll be bringing the very best bits of my 3 one-woman Edinburgh Festival shows to the Village Theatre in East Kilbride on Friday 12th August. “I’ll be belting out the big numbers and telling some of my favourite comedy stories from the shows so if you’re looking for a fun night out you can purchase tickets from the link in my bio.”The Daily Record has called her a “very, very good comedian” and the “new queen of the one-woman show”.

X Factor panellist let slip that he “never wanted them” during the 2002 stint of Popstars: The Rivals. Despite Girls Aloud ultimately winning the show and securing the top spot in the charts, Louis has since opened up two decades later that he wanted a boy band instead.

He did 'The Locomotion' with Kylie – now music mogul and railway enthusiast Pete Waterman has a locomotive named after him thanks to a Kilmarnock firm.

Walton and is well-known for her chart topping hits and for representing the UK in 1993's Eurovision Song Contest. The now 51-year-old, originally from Skelmersdale, was a known talent from a young age. Shortly after leaving school, she made appearances on some of TV's biggest shows, before launching her music career.

ITV reportedly entered talks to reboot popular noughties singing competition Pop Idol in 2023.TV Zone and Super TV have reported that ITV have expressed an interest in the format of the show, and recently they allegedly entered talks for a special reboot with a group of executives.Original creator Simon Fuller was reportedly involved in the talks with ITV.Reports say that a TV special could potentially air in the autumn of 2023, which will commemorate 20 years since it was last on our screens.Last month ITV told Daily Star that "absolutely nothing is confirmed" but added that "it would be unlikely to return as a full series" – which still gives fans hope for an epic spin-off.Pop Idol was created by Simon Fuller and fronted by Ant & Dec on ITV from 2001 to 2003.The judging panel was headed up by Neil Fox, Nicki Chapman, Pete Waterman and Simon Cowell, and all four judges featured on the 46 episodes that were broadcast over the two series' that were aired.For more of the latest showbiz and TV news from the Daily Star, make sure you sign up for one of our newsletters here.

ITV has 'entered talks' to 'reboot' the popular noughties singing competition Pop Idol in 2023.TV Zone and Super TV have reported that ITV have expressed an interest in the format of the show, and earlier this week they allegedly entered talks for a special reboot with a group of executives.Original creator Simon Fuller was reportedly involved in the talks with ITV.Reports say that a TV special could potentially air in the autumn of 2023, which will commemorate 20 years since it was last on our screens.ITV has since told Daily Star directly that "absolutely nothing is confirmed" but added that "it would be unlikely to return as a full series" – which still gives fans hope for an epic spin-off.Pop Idol was created by Simon Fuller and fronted by Ant & Dec on ITV from 2001 to 2003.The judging panel was headed up by Neil Fox, Nicki Chapman, Pete Waterman and Simon Cowell, and all four judges featured on the 46 episodes that were broadcast over the two series' that were aired.In 2004 Simon Cowell distanced himself from Pop Idol in order to pursue The X Factor – a show that last aired in 2019 and has no plans to relaunch.TV Zone has said that the series "has not yet been formerly commissioned from ITV, and host(s) and judges are to be confirmed" adding that ITV didn't deny anything when they approached the broadcasting corporation.Pop Idol was an iconic talent contest in the early noughties and is responsible for the fame gained by the likes of Will Young and Gareth Gates.The first series of the show saw Will and Gareth battle it out for the coveted title, with Will winning the show and Gareth coming second. Will Young has gone on to have a successful musical career – on stage and off.

It's fair to say that when Siobhan Fahey left Bananarama, expectations of any solo project she might have planned were not high.

POP Idol finalist Rosie Ribbons moved the judging panel to tears with her rendition of Mariah Carey hit Hero in 2001. The singer was a fresh-faced teen when she performed for the judges - but now looks totally different more than two decades on. Rosie, 39, featured in the same series as iconic Pop Idol winner Will Young and wound up in 6th place after weeks of competition.