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Simon Cowell breaks silence on Darius Danesh’s death in statement

Simon was a judge on Pop Idol in 2002

Darius Campbell Danesh passed away recently, his family announced. He was just 41 years old.

Thousands of tributes for the star have poured in – including one from Simon Cowell, who once offered Darius a record deal following his stint on Pop Idol in 2002.

Darius Campbell Danesh smirking
Darius died on August 11 (Credit: SplashNews.com)
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Darius Campbell Danesh death

Yesterday it was announced that Pop Idol star Darius had sadly passed away, aged just 41.

He was found dead in his US home, and though the cause of his death has yet to be revealed, it isn’t being treated as suspicious.

In a statement, his family said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.

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Simon Cowell in a grey top, smiling at a red carpet event

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Robert Emlyn Slater
Freelance Writer