News about Billy Flynn

Two months after Dick Van Dyke, 97, announced his guest appearance on Days of Our Lives, soap opera's elder statesman Bill Hayes triumphantly celebrated his 98th birthday with cast and crew on stage at The Burbank Studios. During his time as he appeared on Sid Caesar and Imogene Coca's fifties variety show, Your Show of Shows, the silver-haired soap star was treated to a 'delicious' double-chocolate cake topped with black icing and emblazoned with a portrait of himself.

On Thursday, a soap actor unrecognizable shaved his famous curls to undergo a hair transplant. In Istanbul, Turkey, the actor could be seen sat in a hair dressing chair, his newly bald head on full display with surgical marker penned on his scalp. Since appearing in his most recognisable role, this actor previously made a name for himself on the West End and has also toured with his own band - but can you guess who it is?

She is well-known for her eye-catching work outfits. However, Myleene Klass opted for style over style when she left Smooth FM in London on Wednesday wearing a loose-fitting causal onesie. It comes after the radio host, 44, paid tribute to her friend and fellow singer Darius Campbell Danesh with a throwback photograph of their time on Popstars on Tuesday.

One of Darius Campbell Danesh's final appearances was at the memorial service for phone number creator John Caudwell's mother, which was four months ago, and it has since appeared. At the funeral for Beryl Joan Caudwell, 98, the Pop Idol star, who died in Rochester, Minnesota, aged 41, gave a personal interpretation of Hallelujah. Following a stroke in 2003, he visited her many times while she was housebound, and did the likes of Nessun Dorma and Nat King Cole's Smile. On Tuesday, Mr Cauldwell, 69, posted a series of videos of Darius' appearances both at her bedside and at the memorial service. Darius, the billionaire, who was living in the United States ahead of his recent death, 'flew back specifically from America' to perform a'spine-tingling version' of Hallelujah at Beryl's centennial of life. Darius was declared dead by his family on Tuesday, five days after being discovered unresponsive in his bed in Rochester on August 11. In two months, he was supposed to appear at Mr Caudwell's birthday.

Darius Campbell Danesh died suddenly at the age of 41, and Myleene Klass has paid tribute to him. On Twitter, she posted a throwback snapshot from the early days of reality TV show Popstars, which Darius did not win, but Myleene went on to win and formed Hear'Say. Kelli Young of Liberty X and actor Noel Sullivan were among other contestants in the photo.

Darius Campbell Danesh's close friend honoured the Pop Idol actor today by planting flowers at his family's house in Glasgow. Anne Ferguson (left and right) expressed her sorrow at the sudden death of Scottish musician and actor John Malcom after he was discovered unresponsive in bed in his apartment apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11. Taylor Ferguson, a celebrity hairdresser, had been with Darius for two decades, and they were photographed together in March as Darius visited his Glasgow salon with showbiz friend Gerard Butler (top). Mrs Ferguson (bottom, with Darius in 2011) told MailOnline today that it's just so bad.' There are no words. I can't express how sad I am.' Mrs Ferguson related how she first became acquainted with Darius after her husband cut the young artist's hair ahead of his first Pop Idol appearance. 'My husband Taylor cut Darius' hair right before he went on Pop Idol, and we've been friends ever since.' On the day of our son's wedding, Colourblind debuted at number one, but Darius had to arrive for the wedding. We were commemorating our son's 20th wedding anniversary on Thursday, and we listened to Darius' tune once more. I can't believe he died on the same day. I want him and his parents, father, and brothers. It's so sad.'

A heartbreaking police call has revealed the time when Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh was discovered dead in an apartment block when a'medical' team was dispatched for a 'possible deceased' individual. His family announced his death in the United States on Sunday, five days after he was discovered dead in his bed in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11. On August 11, the Rochester Police Department responded to a 'deceased person call,' at 11.53 a.m., and the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner's Office identified the individual as Darius. A dispatch call was initiated when a'medical' team was asked for a 'possible deceased' individual,' according to The Sun. An operator was reportedly prompted to answer seconds later by another call. We'll be waiting for RPD [Rochester Police Department] to arrive on the scene. 'We'll secure the house,' says the author.' Darius was residing in The Berkman apartments, a two-story building with seven floors that has been billed as Rochester's 'premier address for chic short-term and long-term furnished suites and residential living.' Last night, MailOnline interviewed several people of the building, and none of them knew there had been a death there. The bulk of the tenants at The Berkman - which has about 270 long-term rentals and 75 short-term or nightly rentals - work or are being treated at the famous Mayo Clinic's 1,265-bed Saint Marys Campus across the road. The campus, which opened in 1889, has 70 operating rooms and ten intensive care units, specializing in cardiac care, transplantation, epilepsy monitoring, neonatal intensive care, psychiatry, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation. A selection of a room at The Berkman and an exterior view last night.

He had been 'excited' for an apparent Pop Idol reunion and UK comeback tour just weeks before he was discovered unresponsive in his bed in Rochester, Minnesota, at 41 years old. With Thames TV filming the reunion tour, previous stars of the show, including Queen singer and American Idol winner Adam Lambert, were due to return to the Criterion Theatre in the West End. Simon Cowell, 63, arranged a tribute to the late singer who died in third place on Pop Idol in 2002, a few years after he topped the charts with his critically acclaimed single Colourblind.

Darius Campbell Danesh was last seen on a posing for selfies with supporters at Rod Stewart's Hollywood Bowl show in Los Angeles, two months before he was discovered dead in his bed at the age of 41. On August 11, the former Pop Idol contestant and theatre actor was discovered unresponsive in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, although the cause of his death remains unknown.

Following the tragic news of the death of former Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh at the age of 41, tributes have poured in this evening. On August 11, the Scottish singer, songwriter, guitarist, singer, actor, and film producer was discovered dead in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota. The reason for death is uncertain. Danesh made his first attempt to appear on television show popstars in 2001 with his bizarre interpretation of Britney Spears' Baby One More Time. He didn't make it into the band, but the following year he did manage to appear on the first series of Pop Idol, where he came third behind Will Young and Gareth Gates. So what happened to fellow Pop Idol alumni - including Will Young, Gareth Gates, and Michelle McManus? FEMAIL's website gives you an insight into their varied work paths. (Pictured L-R: Michelle McManus, Rik Waller, Gareth Gates, Will Young, L-R: Will Young).

After being discovered dead in his apartment at 41 years old, Simon Cowell has paid a loving tribute to Darius Danesh Campbell. A music mogul, 62, who first met Darius while judging Pop Idol in 2002, where the musician finished in third place, released a statement honoring the musician. Darius turned down a record deal from Simon, but the two have remained close over the years and recently reunited at an X Factor party and taping.

Darius Campbell Danesh, a former pop Idol contestant and actor, was discovered dead in his US apartment apartment at the age of 41. The singer and actress's family announced today that he was discovered in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11, although the cause of death is unknown. Darius made his first appearance in ITV show Popstars in 2001 with his bizarre interpretation of Britney Spears' Baby One More Time (pic), but judges Nigel Lythgoe, Nicki Chapman, and Paul Adam were not all impressed. Darius tells Judge Nigel Lythgoe that he'll be performing his favorite, Hit Me Baby One More Time, before going back to other contestants and listing their audition numbers. 'Darius, Darius, forget the spiel, let's get to the point,' Nigel interrupts him.' Darius is animated as he sings the Britney hit a capella, with his hair slicked back and donning a goatee with his black turtleneck neck cape.

Darius Campbell Danesh, a former pop Idol contestant and actor, was discovered dead in his US apartment room at the age of 41, his family announced today. On Saturday, the singer and actress was discovered in Rochester, Minnesota, although the cause of death is uncertain. Danesh made his first attempt at fame in the ITV show Popstars in 2001 with his quirky interpretation of Britney Spears' Baby One More Time. He did not make it to the band, but Will Young won the first Pop Idol the following year. Billy Flynn appeared in two runs of the production, as well as Guys And Dolls, Gone With The Wind, and others in the West End. He lived in the United States and was in a friendship with Canadian actress Natasha Henstridge, whose films included sci-fi hit Species. The couple married at the San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara, California, in 2011, but they have since divorced.

Jessica Pietersen of Liberty X was one of the celebrities honoring Pop Idol actor Darius Campbell after he was discovered dead in his apartment at the age of 41. The musician, 42, who appeared on Popstars in 2001 and Darius in the same year, said he was a 'true gentleman' and would be remembered with fondness by his co-stars. Lorraine Kelly, Adele Roberts, and Rylan were among the slew of celebrities who took to social media to express their sympathy.

Darius Campbell Danesh's family announced today that the singer and comedian was discovered in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11, with the cause of death still unknown. Danesh's debut in ITV show Popstars in 2001 with his witty interpretation of Britney Spears' Baby One More Time. He didn't make it into the band, but Will Young won the first Pop Idol the following year. Billy Flynn appeared in two runs of the show, as well as Guys And Dolls, Gone With The Wind, and others in the West End. Industry colleagues and admirers alike have expressed their surprise and sadness on social media in the case of Darius's death. Rylan Clark, a TV presenter and former X-Factor contestant, wrote: 'Proper sad about Darius,' while Radio 1 DJ Adele Roberts said, "This is so sad.' 'I'm thinking about Darius' family and friends.' Sanjeev Bhaskar also tweeted: 'Sad news of Darius' mysteriously early death.' He was a guest at The Kumars and could not have been a more polite, warmer visitor with a keen sense of self deprecation.'

Darius Campbell Danesh (pictured), who was discovered dead in his US apartment at the age of 41, rose to fame when he first appeared on Popstars before going on to have a fruitful music and theatre career and making acquaintances in Hollywood. When it debuted in 2002, it became the first single Colourblind in the charts, where it remained for two weeks. Before appearing as Billy Flynn in Chicago on the West End, the Scottish singer songerwriter went on to have five top ten singles and a platinum album. His debut album, Dive In, also went platinum. Darius is seen inset top with actress Natasha Henstridge and actress Rebel Wilson, as well as inset bottom with actress Rebel Wilson.