Pop Idol: Last News

Pop Idol was one of the biggest TV hits of the early noughties, and despite only running for two series, the show spawned the careers of 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. In 2001, the then 20-year-old impressed judges Simon Cowell, Pete Waterman, Nicki Chapman and Neil Fox with an impressive vocal performance and successfully made it into the final ten.

Michelle McManus, the sensational Glasgow Pop Idol star, opened up about her weight loss journey during a candid chat on ITV's Loose Women this week.The 44 year old songstress and TV personality, who soared to fame following her Pop Idol win in 2003, discussed her impressive nine-stone weight loss with panel favourite Coleen Nolan. Beaming, Michelle responded to an awe-struck Coleen, who commented: "I mean, you look fabulous, you've lost nine stone?" and Michelle graciously replied: "Yeah, thank you!".

US music and television icon Paula Abdul has expressed her relief after settling a lawsuit with American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe, who she accused of sexually assaulting her during her time as a judge on the show.The 62 year old pop star from the 80s and 90s filed a notice of settlement in Los Angeles Superior Court on Thursday, which is still awaiting approval by a judge. British TV producer Nigel, 75, has strongly denied the allegations made in the Californian lawsuit filed nearly a year ago.

Michelle McManus, who rose to fame as one of the winners of the talent show Pop Idol, has given fans a glimpse of her workout routine by sharing some photos on social media on Tuesday 27 August. Michelle recently revealed her incredible body transformation after she lost an impressive nine stone in weight. The 44 year old singer’s latest post showed off the benefits of strength training.

Michelle McManus has shown off her incredible body transformation after dropping a whopping nine stone.The Pop Idol alum, 44, looked sensational as she shared a before and after photo of her dramatic weight loss following a major lifestyle change.The 44 year old took to Instagram on Tuesday, 13 August to showcase her transformation with a photo taken in late 2022 beside one taken just a few weeks ago. Michelle spoke about the changes she had made and how after 44 years she had discovered her self-worth.

Noughties pop star Andy Scott-Lee has welcomed his first child.The singer, who was a finalist on Pop Idol, announced the arrival of his baby son on Instagram after his girlfriend Amy gave birth on 25 July. Andy, 44, who is the younger brother of Steps star Lisa Scott-Lee, 48, shared a gushing tribute to his partner and their new addition, whose name is Rome Alexander Scott-Lee.The new dad said he "can't even put into words" how thrilled he is to be a father. "Introducing our beautiful baby boy Rome Alexander Scott-Lee.

Gareth Gates has shared a sweet tribute to his rarely-seen daughter Missy.The Pop Idol star posted a photograph of him and his teenage daughter on Instagram as he branded her his "great achievement". Doting dad Gareth, 39, stood beside Missy, 15, in the snap, with the pair both glammed up in all-black outfits.The singer sported a blazer and matching top, while Missy looked stunning in a black off the shoulder top. "My greatest achievement in life is you @missygates_x," Gareth, who welcomed his daughter in April 2009 with ex-wife Samantha Gates, penned.

Former Pop Idol winner, Michelle McManus impressed fans with her slim and striking transformation after deciding to quit alcohol completely.The singing sensation, who won the nation's hearts in the second series of the ITV singing show in 2002, has reinvented herself remarkably in recent years after confronting her struggles head on.The mum of two openly acknowledged her need to alter her relationship with alcohol - and the All This Time singer insists she feels happier and healthier for it. Finding her sobriety five years ago when she was pregnant with her first child, the Scottish siren confessed that her over-drinking was because of low self-esteem.

Nicki Chapman, known for her role as a judge on Pop Idol and presenter on BBC's Escape to the Country, leads a glamorous life off-screen. She lives in a beautiful home in Chiswick with her husband, who is a big name in the music industry. Despite her success, the 57 year old remains humble and grateful for her blessings every day.

Faye Brookes sounds like a very happy woman right now – and why wouldn’t she be? She declares that life is “absolutely dreamy” after she married the love of her life, Iwan Lewis, and moved to the Cotswolds. Faye, who played Kate Connor in Coronation Street from 2015 to 2019, married Welsh theatre and film actor Iwan, 35, in August last year, only seven months after their engagement and 10 months after they officially became a couple, despite having known each other as good friends for 16 years. Faye, 36, tells OK! , “Getting married and moving to the Cotswolds was the best decision I ever made – I’ve never been so content.

Nicki Chapman showed off her youthful glow as she posed on the red carpet for The Lady Garden Gala 10th anniversary at The OWO in London earlier this week.The TV presenter, 57, 'hasn't aged a day' since she first rose to fame in the early noughties with popular TV shows Pop Idol and Popstars. Nicki, who previously opened up about undergoing a facelift, looked incredible as she strutted her stuff in a stunning red and pink glittering dress which featured long sleeves and contrast colour panel detailing. Her glamorous appearance comes around 24 years since she first found fame on the judging competition shows and the star's ageless looks are still just as enviable as back then.The telly and radio star is now best known for fronting Escape to the Country and the Chelsea Flower Show.

For over 30 years, Ant McPartlin has been delighting audiences alongside his best mate Declan Donnelly as one of the most iconic and beloved presenting duos in British TV history. The Geordie duo, known for their roles on Saturday Night Takeaway and Britain's Got Talent returned to our screens earlier this year for another nail biting edition of their Saturday gameshow Ant & Dec’s Limitless Win, just weeks after heading up another dose of jungle mischief in I'm A Celebrity...

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, the nation's favourite presenting pair, have amassed a staggering fortune over their 30-year career in TV. The Geordie duo, known for their roles on Saturday Night Takeaway and Britain's Got Talent returned to our screens for this year's I'm A Celebrity...

Former Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus made an appearance on Tuesday's Loose Women, with viewers left amazing as she appeared to have not aged a day since her show stint 20 years ago.The singer, 43, who has undergone a hair and body transformation in recent years, may have looked rather different but she had remained looking just as youthful as she had in her 20s. As the show aired, several viewers flocked to X, previously Twitter, to show her with love, and express their shock at her appearance. One wrote: "Michelle is such a sweetheart!!! She also doesn't look 43.The woman hasn't aged in twenty years", and another added: "Michelle McManus looks incredible omg!!!!" However, despite viewers praising her past and present looks, Michelle recalled the many hurtful fat-shaming comments she had received during her time on Pop Idol.

Darius Campbell Danesh's family has spoken out after his autopsy results were published. Last year it was revealed that the former Pop Idol star had died at his US apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, at the age of 41.

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.

Darius Campbell Danesh's girlfriend Lauren Cheek recently opened up about the former Pop Idol's death and said that he suffered from an undiagnosed heart problem which made his heart swell to twice its normal size.The 30-year-old also revealed to The Sun that Darius had a broken neck from a car accident back in 2010 which caused him recurring pain ever since.The singer and actor was sadly found dead in his US apartment, in Rochester, Minnesota, in August last year at the age of 41. A medical examiner said that his death was caused by 'inhalation of chloroethane'. Now, his girlfriend, US businesswoman, has revealed the results of his autopsy and said that he was living with a condition that he had no idea about.

She found fame on Pop Idol 22 years ago. But more than two decades on and you might do a double take to see Jessica Garlick - that's if you still remember her.The former talent show contestant made it through to the final ten - if that jogs your memory - and if recent pics are to be believed, looks as though she hasn't aged at all in the years since.The now 42-year-old is still rocking her iconic brunette hair with her signature side parting. It was way back in 2001 when Jessica made it into the final 10 contestants of the ITV show.

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.

Michelle McManus looked worlds apart from her time on Pop Idol in 2003 as she showcased her bright orange tresses. Michelle, 42, won Pop Idol almost two decades ago and reached the top of the charts with her debut single All This Time.The singer met up with Rylan, 33, in her native home town of Glasgow, Scotland, as the This Morning star continued to plug his new book titled Ten: The Decade that Changed My Future. Posing for a snap on Rylan’s Instagram, he labelled Michelle as an “icon”.