Darius Danesh died on '20th anniversary of hit No.1' as Scots hairdresser pals pay tribute

Darius Danesh has been laid to rest in Scotland following his untimely death at the age of 41.The star was found dead in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, on Tuesday 11 August. And on Thursday 25 August, a private service for family and friends was held at Bearsden Cross Parish Church in Darius' hometown of Glasgow. A lone piper played one of the singer's favourite songs, Caledonia, during the procession.

The funeral of Scots Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh has been held in Bearsden, following his sudden death.

Darius Campbell Danesh spoke of his desire to return to Scotland and how he felt "blessed" in an emotional final interview. In the last week, tributes have poured in for the reality star-turned West End favourite from celebrities, friends, and fans - following his untimely death at aged 41.

Darius Campbell Danesh was close friends with fellow Scots actor Gerard Butler before his untimely death aged 41.

Gerard Butler is devastated after the sudden passing of his 'dear friend' Darius Danesh Campbell.

Gerard Butler has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his “dear friend” Darius Campbell Danesh, following the news of his tragic death earlier this week.The Hollywood star had visited his close pal in the days before the singer was found dead at his Minnesota apartment on August 11. The two Scots had enjoyed a firm friendship in recent months, with Gerard even being spotted on a beach trip with the singer, and later visiting Darius’ Rochester apartment, which was located across the street from the world famous Mayo Clinic.

Gerard Butler has barely used his Instagram account in the last year and a half, but he just made a rare return to the social media app to pay tribute to a late friend.

Coldplay paid tribute to their 'old friend' Darius Campbell Danesh on Wednesday evening following his sudden death.

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Pop Idol star Darius Danesh died at the age of 41, his family announced on August 16, five days after the singer was found in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota.

Darius Danesh fans have noted that he was staying near a world-renowned hospital at the time of his death, which could hold the key to his tragic passing.The much loved star was found dead in his Rochester, Minnesota apartment on 11 August.The property is near the Mayo Clinic’s famous 1,265-bed Saint Marys Campus. No cause of death has been officially given yet as police continue an “open investigation”. However concerned fans have wondered what prompted the 41 year old to stay in such an obscure location, given that his life in the US was largely based in California, over 2,000 miles away.

Darius Danesh Campbell was visited by his friend actor Gerard Butler at his US apartment days before his tragic death, according to reports. The 41 year old was found dead on 11 August at his residence, in Rochester, Minnesota, which sits opposite a private clinic, his family confirmed in a statement this week. Police have said there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.

Rosario Dawson has paid tribute to Pop Idol's Darius Campbell following his tragic death at the age of 41.MORE: Gareth Gates lead tributes following former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh's deathTaking to Instagram with a photo of herself being kissed on the cheek by Darius and fellow actor Gerard Butler, also a good friend of the singer, she wrote: "Great Scot! Beloved Darius, you have left us reeling in a state of shock and sadness that are as palpable as your hugs and laughter were."WATCH: Stars gone too soonShe added: "You were one of the greats. A giant among us, your loving, generous kindness will not be forgotten.

Fans across the globe are mourning the death of Scots Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh after he passed away at the age of 41.

has passed away at the age of 41 after being found unresponsive in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota. The Pop Idol star, who shot to fame on the hit show back in 2001, tragically died on 11 August, with his family releasing a statement confirming his passing. Tributes have continued to pour in for Darius with the likes of Simon Cowell and Gareth Gates taking to social media to share heartfelt messages.

Darius Danesh Campbell’s hit Colourblind has climbed to the top of the charts, almost exactly 20 years after it first went to number one. The singer and theatre performer was tragically found dead in his apartment in Minnesota last week, with his family confirming the news of his death on Tuesday 16 August. He was 41 years old.

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.