Darius Danesh's family may face further heartache over eight week wait to find out cause of death

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

Darius Campbell Danesh used his pal Gerard Butler's girlfriend's name to book into the hotel room where he passed away, it has been reported.

The grieving family of former Pop Idol contestant Darius Campbell Danesh may not find out the cause of his death for two months. Scottish singer and and West End performer Darius, who was 41, was found unresponsive in bed in his apartment room in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11 and pronounced dead that afternoon.

Darius Campbell Danesh was said to be “really excited” to appear in a Pop Idol reunion show just weeks before he sadly passed away.

passed away at the age of 41.MORE: Lorraine Kelly speaks out after shock death of Darius DaneshHis family announced the heartbreaking news in a statement on 16 August that read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh. WATCH: Stars gone too soon"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 examiner's office."READ: Gareth Gates lead tributes following Darius Campbell Danesh's deathMORE: Remembering famous faces we lost in 2022They further added that the local police department had confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances and the cause of his sudden death is unknown.

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.

Darius Campbell Danesh's shocking death has left fans all over the world in mourning, as some speculate whether the renowned hospital he was ­staying near holds the key to his death.

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.

Darius Campbell Danesh helped Sheridan Smith through one of the hardest times of her life before his untimely passing.

Scotland today is mourning the loss of 41-year-old Darius Campbell. Here at the Daily Record, our thoughts are with his family and friends.

Pop Idol fans were devastated when it was announced that singer Darius Campbell Danesh had died in his home at the age of 41. And now, the heartbreaking call has revealed the moment the Pop Idol star was found unresponsive in his apartment in the US.

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social media to share her condolences. Read more: Lorraine Kelly and Rylan lead Darius Danesh tributes as Pop Idol star dies just 41Taking to Twitter, the Consett-born singer and actress, wrote: "Still processing the new of Darius’s death, a big brother to all of us in popidol. I’ll always remember his wonderful warm tall hugs and his words of wisdom.

READ MORE: Gogglebox and Liberty X stars lead tributes to Darius Campbell Danesh as star dies "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.

Pop Idol contestant and theatre star Darius Campbell Danesh following the singer's death aged 41. Campbell Danesh was found dead in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11, his family announced. Gates paid tribute in a touching Instagram post.

Simon Cowell has broken his silence in light of Darius Danesh’s death. Darius was found in his apartment in Minnesota, US, on 11 August, his family confirmed.They added: “The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue.” In the wake of the tragic news, people have been sharing their condolences, with Simon, 62, having now voiced his. “I first saw Darius on television over 20 years ago and I got to know him really well,” he told PA.

Pop Idol rival Gareth Gates has paid a touching tribute to pal Darius Campbell Danesh who has died aged 41.

Darius Danesh has passed away aged 41, his family have confirmed.The singer shot to fame on Popstars in 2001 before finding further success on Pop Idol the following year. Announcing the news of his untimely death, his family 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.

Darius Campbell Danesh first found fame on our screens in Pop Idol in 2001, where he made it to the final of the live singing competition against Will Young and Gareth Gates in a contest that gripped the country. But although the star finished the series in third place, it was the beginning of a successful performance career Darius, who went on to release successful albums, appear in the West End, write a book and travel the world with his music.