Darius Danesh

The 41-year-old who also enjoyed a successful theatre career, was found dead in his US apartment.

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'Pop Idol' runner-up Darius Campbell Danesh, who went viral with his rendition of 'Hit Me Baby One More Time,' has died at the age of 41.

“A true gent with a kind soul & mischievous tinkle in his eye. The BBC quoted a statement from Danesh’s family, which read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Danesh went onto release a single, “Colourblind,” which reached the number one spot in the U.K. A really good bloke – funny and kind and very talented.” A spokesperson for the Rochester police department told Variety his death is currently the subject of “an open investigation.” The singer, who was Scottish, was reportedly found dead in an apartment in Rochester, Minnesota on Thursday, Aug.

One of the UK's original reality stars, who had Simon Cowell as a mentor and went onto have a stellar career, has been found dead in his US apartment.

Reflecting on the relationship, Darius told The Herald: “It was often a long-distance relationship for half of it. In 2010, Campbell spoke to Hello! He said of Cowell: “He’s the consummate businessman and a wonderful guy and there’s a lot of Simon Cowell in Billy Flynn in terms of the way he approaches things and I recognise that in terms of the character.” That in itself was an amazing experience, but a painful one. He took on the principal role of toreador Escamillo in the production for a one-off performance which marked the first-ever opera at the venue at the time. “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. Darius then went on to forge a successful stage career, appearing in Chicago as Billy Flynn in two runs of the production, as well as Guys and Dolls, Gone with the Wind and more in the West End. “We ask that you kindly respect our wishes for privacy at this time while we come to terms with the tragic loss of our son and brother.” “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. “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.” A statement released by his family today reads: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Speaking about the wedding at the time, Darius – who relocated to the US – said: “No-one knew we were there and that sense of it just being for us was very exciting - it felt a little bit naughty and secretive.”

Singer and actor found dead in Minnesota, US, on 11 August but cause of death remains unknown.

Cowell said he remembered Danesh as “charismatic, funny and just a great person to be with”. In 2017, he had another health scare when he accidentally drank dirty water from the River Thames, causing him to collapse into a near-fatal coma after contracting meningitis and swelling on the brain. “He’s the consummate businessman and a wonderful guy,” he said. The singer-songwriter and actor was born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and an Iranian father. Following the show, Danesh turned down a record deal from judge Simon Cowell to work with producer Steve Lillywhite, who collaborated with him on his single Colourblind. A statement said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.

A spokesperson for the singer confirmed his death at the age of 41, stating: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.

Danesh bounced back however, making the final three in the first ever series of Pop Idol, eventually losing out to winner Will Young, but embarked on a solo career that saw him get a U.K. A spokesperson for the singer confirmed his death at the age of 41, stating: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. British pop star Darius Danesh was found dead in an apartment in Rochester, Minnesota last week

Darius Campbell Danesh, the “Pop Idol” runner-up and West End Star has died, police said. He was 41.

A spokesperson for the Rochester Police Department told Variety his death is currently the subject of “an open investigation.” ITV, the network which broadcast both “Popstars” and “Pop Idol,” also released a statement, saying: “Darius was a much loved and memorable part of both the ‘Popstars’ and ‘Pop Idol’ series, and our thoughts and sympathies are with his family and friends at this difficult time.” “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 pair told how they were close friends of Bearsden-born Darius, who even attended their son's wedding back in 2002, while Colourblind was UK Number 1.

Our thoughts, prayers and love go to his lovely family. Always super kind and generous. Darius - you'll always be with us." Taylor said: “Devastated at the shocking news of the sudden death of our dearly loved friend Darius. That date coincided with the 20th anniversary of Darius getting his first number one with Colourblind. “We celebrated our son and daughter-in-law's 20th wedding anniversary last Thursday. The couple last saw the singer when he popped in for a hair cut in March this year - while his pal Gerard Butler also visited the salon. "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." He always caused a stir - sometimes singing for our clients. He recalled fondly: “Indeed Darius came to the wedding and all the guests toasted his chart success - and of course we danced to the track. Our hearts are broken. [Taylor Ferguson](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/in-your-area/lanarkshire/lanarkshire-born-king-crimpers-taylor-27259934) has paid tribute to [Pop Idol](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/darius-danesh-life-after-pop-26710993) star [Darius Danesh](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/pop-idol-star-darius-campbell-27756699) and revealed the date of his death coincided with the 20th anniversary of his first number one single Colourblind.

Former Pop Idol contestant and theatre star Darius Campbell has been found dead in his US apartment room at the age of 41, his family announced.

He lived in the US and was in a relationship with Canadian actress Natasha Henstridge, whose films include sci-fi hit Species. A statement said: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Campbell Danesh was born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and Iranian father. Darius lived in the US and was in a relationship with Canadian actress Natasha Henstridge, whose films include sci-fi hit Species. He lived in the US and had been in a relationship with Canadian actress Natasha Henstridge. The singer made friends along the way, being pictured with actors including fellow Scot Gerard Butler in June this year. And in 2010, he spoke to Hello! Darius took me under his wing during our time in Pop Idol, like a big brother; always looking out for me and for that I thank you my friend. Darius previously told Hello of that incident: 'When Simon Cowell offered me a contract and I turned it down, it seemed like the obvious thing to do. A family statement said: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Darius Campbell Danesh (left) enjoying a walk with his friend, the actor Gerard Butler, in Malibu on June 11 this year. It was also revealed the late star recently visited Simon's home in Malibu for the evening to attend the party and judges' homes taping.

It comes after the 41-year-old behind hit single Colourblind was found dead at this home in Minnesota.

There is no known threat to the public." The Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office identified the person as Darius Campbell, age 41.” [Simon Cowell](https://www.chardandilminsternews.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/20666581.simon-cowell-remembers-darius-campbell-danesh-pop-idol-star-suddenly-dies-aged-41/) has remembered Darius as “charismatic, funny and just a great person to be with”. “He was charismatic, funny and just a great person to be with. Sharing an update on the star’s cause of death, the statement added: “The investigation into the cause of his death is still pending. The Public Information Officer for the Rochester Police Department said in a statement: “Officers responded to a deceased person call at 11.53am on August 11.

His journey from tryer to survivor to established success story is unlike anything else seen in TV talent show history.

“Darius is a survivor in life,” he said on the show. By the end of 2002, Darius had scored a UK No 1 with the Radio 2 classic Colourblind, landed a top 10 album and was briefly rivalling the established soft-pop dominance of Ronan Keating and Robbie Williams. A key part of the Darius story arrived during Popstars via a promise he made to the judge “Nasty” Nigel Lythgoe. But, crucially, there was always a sense he knew the game he was playing. You know, that doesn’t inspire me.” Instead he signed to Mercury Records and co-wrote his 2002 debut album, Dive In, with the likes of Steve Lillywhite (The La’s, Travis) and The Matrix (Avril Lavigne, Ronan Keating). Dressed somewhere between a roll-necked Steve Jobs and a swashbuckling musketeer, he became the instant star of a show that spectacularly failed in its remit to create stars.

'There are no words, only love,' said actor.

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The death of the Scottish singer-songwriter and actor aged just 41 in the US was announced by his family yesterday, five days after he was discovered in his bed ...

He lived in the US and was in a relationship with Canadian actress Natasha Henstridge, whose films include sci-fi hit Species. He was born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and Iranian father. He had the room in the palm of his hand. The hospital also introduced the CT scanner to the US. And in 2010, he spoke to Hello! 'I also remember he invited me to an event at The Friends Of St Columba's Church and he suddenly burst into the most beautiful rendition of Nessun Dorma - the crowd were transfixed. Darius took me under his wing during our time in Pop Idol, like a big brother; always looking out for me and for that I thank you my friend. At that time, I was pursuing a career in television presenting, specifically within health corresponding, so Darius introduced me to (BBC News health editor) Hugh Pym to help me make connections. of that incident: 'When Simon Cowell offered me a contract and I turned it down, it seemed like the obvious thing to do. According to the Daily Record, Mr Ferguson said: 'Devastated at the shocking news of the sudden death of our dearly loved friend Darius. A statement from Darius's family said: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. The couple married in 2011 at the San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara, California, but had since divorced.

A heartbreaking phone call was made to the police after Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh was found unresponsive in his US apartment before he was ...

The Canadian actress and model, 48, who was married to the former Pop Idol star for two years from 2011 to 2013, penned: "I have found the paradox that is you love until it hurts. Gareth, 38, described his Pop Idol co-star as his 'big brother' as he penned: "I can’t quite believe the news of my dear friend Darius passing. Darius took me under his wing during our time in Pop Idol, like a big brother; always looking out for me and for that I thank you my friend. Forever Janam." "There are no words Darius… Forever in my heart." There is no known threat to the public.” We'll secure the residence." We'll be waiting for Rochester Police Department]to arrive on the scene. [ITV](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/itv) show Popstars in 2001 - also appeared on the first Pop Idol, which was won by [Will Young](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/will-young). [Darius Campbell Danesh](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/darius-danesh) died in his home at the age of 41, and a heartbreaking call has revealed the moment the Pop Idol star was found unresponsive in his US apartment. [confirming the tragic news in a statement](https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-darius-campbell-danesh-dead-27756667) on Tuesday, revealing that he had died 'suddenly'.

DARIUS CAMPBELL DANESH has died at the age of 41. The cause of death is currently unknown. The former pop idol sensation faced two life-threatening health ...

"The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh," they said in a statement. The cause of death is not known, but his family said he was found in his US apartment. DARIUS CAMPBELL DANESH has died at the age of 41. The cause of death is currently unknown. [Sunday Post](https://www.sundaypost.com/fp/i-drank-dirty-water-from-the-thames-to-prove-it-could-be-made-safe-but-it-put-me-into-a-coma/) at the time, he said: "In order to raise funds to get the water filters to Africa, we did a demonstration video down at the Thames next to a sewage outlet.

Music producer and former Pop Idol judge Peter Waterman has paid tribute to his friend Darius Danesh.

It is yet not known whether Darius had any link to the Mayo Clinic. So quiet, so polite, so gentle, I guess he was the perfect person. [Pop Idol singer Darius was found dead in his Rochester, Minnesota, apartment on August 11](/tvshowbiz/article-11116931/Darius-dead-Pop-Idol-star-dead-apartment-aged-41.html) aged 41, as police continue to probe his mystery death. We'll secure the residence.' There is no known threat to the public.' Another call was allegedly made minutes later from an operator saying: 'No need for them to respond. He had too much talent. He always called me Peter. He never called me Pete. Darius could have gone on to be bigger than Michael Buble.' [Good Morning Britain](/tvshowbiz/good-morning-britain/index.html) on Wednesday, Pete described Darius as 'the perfect person' as he revealed they were in contact recently and planned to work together on the star's return to music. 'He was the perfect person': Pete Waterman pays tribute to Darius Danesh as he reveals they were planning to work together on star's return to music ahead of his death

Pop Idol star Darius Danesh almost died twice before his tragic death at aged 41. Many celebrities have been sharing tributes for the star including music ...

I had been flying a lot and picked up bacterial meningitis which at that time was on the rise." He continued: "I had picked up an inflammatory virus from the Thames that had stayed in my system. The charity is said to remove 99.9 percent of all known "water-borne pathogens, bacteria and viruses" - and drank water from a Thames sewage outlet. The terrifying ordeal happened when he filmed a promo clip for his charity Fresh2O Water filter. Darius broke his neck and his "trauma compression injury" was similar to the injury that Superman actor Christopher Reeve suffered - which left him paralysed. He had been a passenger in a Porsche when it hit a wall at 70mph after skidding on oil during a sunshine break in Spain.

Darius Danesh, the singer who found fame on Pop Idol, has sadly passed away and tributes from friends and family are flooding in.

Darius took me under his wing during our time in Pop Idol, like a big brother; always looking out for me and for that I thank you my friend," Gareth added, "I will miss our chats. Simon Cowell, a former Pop Idol judge told PA news agency, "I first saw Darius on television over 20 years ago and I got to know him really well. "I can’t quite believe the news of my dear friend Darius passing. A statement from the family read, "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. Leading the emotional tributes to the late Darius, the singer's ex-wife Natasha Henstridge took to social media to share a post of them and their two sons, Tristan River and Asher Sky. Deepest condolences to his family," said the presenter.

The Scottish singer Darius Campbell Danesh, who has died suddenly aged 41, burst into the early world of reality television when he appeared on the talent ...

But Pop Idol set him on his way and he followed Colourblind in the singles chart with Rushes (2002) and Incredible (What I Meant to Say), the following year. A second album, Live Twice (2004), proved to be his final LP, hovering outside the Top 30, although it did produce two Top 10 singles, Kinda Love (2004) and the title track (2005). The following year, directed by Trevor Nunn, he starred as Rhett Butler in the original production of Gone With the Wind (New London theatre, 2008), Margaret Martin’s musical adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s epic novel. Then he toured with the company in Carmen, which included a performance at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Following his first stint in Chicago, he was taken seriously enough to be given the starring role of Sky Masterson in the director Michael Grandage’s Olivier award-winning production of Guys and Dolls (Piccadilly theatre, 2007). Darius wrote all the songs and it became a Top 10 hit that quickly fulfilled his vow to go platinum.

Darius Campbell Danesh was the singer who came third on Pop Idol, behind Will Young and Gareth Gates, and looked to have the musical world at his feet. So ...

It left him in a neck brace and he told Hello! His brain later swelled up and he fell into a coma. He previously told the Herald newspaper that it was a "turbulent" relationship, and Darius was devastated when they filed for divorce a few years later. He told the Daily Record at the time that his real name was Darius Campbell-Danesh and revealed it wasn't his decision to drop the Campbell from his name, stating that TV producers made the decision for him. In 2010, Darius announced that he'd changed his surname to Campbell, saying he was very "proud" of his Scottish heritage and felt compelled to do so after his Scottish grandfather sang a song that brought tears to his eyes. Darius met his former wife when he moved from Scotland to the US and became a step-dad to her two young sons. He credited Cowell with persuading him to take on the role in the first place, saying he was "incredibly grateful" for the opportunities he had been given and "to be able to call Simon Cowell a friend". "He's the consummate businessman and a wonderful guy and there's a lot of Simon Cowell in Billy Flynn in terms of the way he approaches things and I recognise that in terms of the character," he said. "I suddenly got a shock, worrying that the water filters didn't work and that they had been sent off and that other people could have died because of this," he said. The singer was promoting a water filter for a charity in which he demonstrated the product. "When Simon Cowell offered me a contract and I turned it down, it seemed like the obvious thing to do," he said. [Hello magazine](https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/2014062519567/darius-campbell-talks-turning-down-record-deal-with-simon-cowell/) that not hooking up with Cowell was the "obvious thing to do" and that the controversial decision had led to his success in the music industry.

Darius Campbell Danesh was found dead in his US apartment on August 11, his family announced, with actress Natasha on Wednesday (17.08.22) sharing a series of ...

There is no known threat to the public.” Darius said about the split: “It was often a long-distance relationship for half of it. That in itself was an amazing experience, but a painful one. “The investigation into the cause of his death is still pending. A statement from Darius’ family about his passing said: “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.

Music producer and former Pop Idol judge Peter Waterman lamented the death of his friend Darius Danesh and noted that he was the perfect person.

He always called me Peter. He never called me Pete. He was so polite, and so talented.'

Darius Danesh's body was found on August 11 at his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, near the Mayo Clinic's 1265-bed Saint Marys Campus.

Another call was allegedly made minutes later from an operator saying: “No need to respond.” The singer was staying at The Berkman apartments, billed as Rochester’s premier address for “elegant short-term and long-term furnished suites and residential living”. A call was placed when a medical team was requested for a “possible deceased” person. John said: “It meant the world to me and the family to have Darius sing, a spine-tingling rendition of Hallelujah... Fan Susan Shores, 44, said: “Darius was the warmest of souls. Natasha, who was married to the singer between 2011 and 2018, added: “There are no words Darius…