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Rylan Clark and Lorraine Kelly lead tributes after Darius Campbell Danesh dies aged 41: ‘Funny and kind and very talented’-Rishma Dosani-Entertainment – Metro
‘This is really sad.’
Darius Campbell Danesh has died aged 41 (Picture: ITV)
Rylan Clark has led tributes to Darius Campbell Danesh, after his death at 41.
The Pop Idol icon was found dead at his apartment in Minnesota, his family confirmed in a statement.
Following the tragic news, celebrities shared their condolences to the Colourblind singer on social media, sharing their best memories of the late star.
Taking to Twitter, Rylan simply penned: ‘Proper sad about Darius.’
Lorraine Kelly agreed: ‘This is really sad. Thoughts with his family and friends and everyone who loved him.
‘A really good bloke – funny and kind and very talented.’
Darius took part on Pop Idol in 2001 (Picture: Rex)
Paul Potts wrote: ‘Wow. What a shock. RIP and my thoughts are with his family friends and loved ones.’
Adele Roberts tweeted: ‘This is so sad. Thinking of Darius’ family and friends.’
‘Sad news of Darius’ shockingly untimely passing,’ Sanjeev Bhaskar commented.
‘He was a guest on The Kumars and couldn’t have been a nicer, warmer guest with a great sense of self deprecation.’
Carrie Hope Fletcher posted: ‘This is such sad news.’
Danesh came to fame after appearing on Popstars in 2001, thanks to his memorable audition of Britney Spears hit Baby One More Time.
The following year, he took part on the first series of Pop Idol and reached the final of the competition, which was eventually won by Will Young.
Despite not taking the crown, he released his debut single, Colourblind, later that same year – with the track hitting the number one spot.
Danesh also went on to forge a successful stage career, and appeared in Guys And Dolls, Gone With The Wind and Chicago.
His family confirmed his death in a statement earlier today, which read: ‘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.
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‘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.
‘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.’
His cause of death has not been confirmed.
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