News about Darren Hayes

Darren Hayes claims he joined The Masked Singer because he needed a 'distraction' from his marital breakdown. After 17 years together as a couple and then filing for divorce in September, the pop star, 51, divorced Richard Cullen in May. The Courier Mail also reported that 'financial pressures' from his debut of his latest album, Homosexual, as an independent artist, all contributed to his decision to participate in the competition.

On Tuesday, Darren Hayes became empathetic as he talked about the difficulties he faced as a gay artist. Grim Reaper was unveiled during the nail biting finale and Abbie Chatfield, 28, a panelist, weeping about his sexuality. Hayes became emotional after Chatfield told him she adored his music and the work he had done to help the LGBTQ+ community.

Snow Fox won the grand finale on Tuesday's episode of Masked Singer Australia, while Grim Reaper runner-up was Gree. When entering the Grim Reaper costume, Snow Fox was revealed to be Darren Hayes, who was unveiled as X Factor and Eurovision star Dami Im. Many viewers were dissatisfied with the result, with some believing that the Savage Garden singer, who is a worldwide pop sensation with number one hits, should have been the winner.

He's about to be officially divorced, madly. After 17 years of marriage, Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes, 51, has officially filed for divorce from his husband Richard Cullen, 53. According to TMZ, the Australian pop star filed his dissolution papers in Los Angeles on Monday, citing irreconcilable differences.

After 17 years of marriage, Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes has split from his husband Richard Cullen. On Wednesday, Truly Madly Deeply actor Chris Cullen told followers on Instagram that he separated from British artist Cullen, 52, earlier this year. Hayes began his blog by saying he'd been keeping his marriage woes a mystery for the past two years, despite being a 'open book' when it comes to his music. Richard and I have agreed that our marriage has largely and beautifully come to a conclusion after 17 years of marriage to the most person I ever knew.' We separated earlier this year and have been helping each other emotionally through this big change in our lives,' 'in honor of this realization.'

Peking Duk, an Australian band, has just dropped their latest album, a duet with singer Darren Hayes. The single, which is a rework of one of Savage Garden's most popular hits, I Want You, has been described as 'hornier' than the original by designers Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles. The pair talked directly to Daily Mail Australia about their lifelong admiration for Savage Garden and their apprehension for working with Darren.

He has always been known for his fashion sense. On Saturday night, Darren Hayes was captured in a stunning outfit at Melbourne's Sidney Myer Music Bowl. As he performed a series of his solo hits and some from his Savage Garden days, the 50-year-old appeared energised.

In 1998, Bachelor Girl's double platinum-selling debut single, Buses and Trains, captured the hearts of Australian music enthusiasts. And now, the company, which is made up of Tania Doko and James Roche, is expected to make a comeback. Doko posted the news on Thursday as she headed to the Gold Coast for press appearances to promote the single.

Due to low ticket sales, Darren Hayes has postponed his upcoming February concert on the Gold Coast. The former Savage Gardener, 50, took to Instagram to clarify the reason for his skepticism over the shock decision. 'Since Covid's live concert industry has been extremely strained, and touring has become a financial nightmare for several performers,' he wrote.

Since filming for Wrong Reasons, Darren Hayes' career is expanding into acting. The former Savage Garden frontman, 50, took a snapshot of the movie's poster to Instagram and announced that the Los Angeles premiere will be held on Wednesday night. The I Want You hitmaker has appeared in the edge-of-your-seat thriller about a punk rock star kidnapped by a man wearing a bear mask.

When he first realized he was gay as a youth, Darren Hayes confessed that he lived in fear of contracting HIV and dying of AIDS. As he grew up as a troubled teen amid the HIV epidemic, the 50-year-old pop star said he didn't know how sex worked' throughout his 'traumatic' childhood. "I associate the word [homosexual] with the start of HIV, and when I first learned that I liked boys, I thought I was going to die not because I liked boys.'

Darren Hayes has shared his personal experience, including how abuse in his childhood made him feel 'ugly' and mask his sexuality. In a recent wide-ranging interview to promote his latest album Homosexual, the Savage Garden frontman, 50, admitted that his self-denial over his own sexuality was 'almost like an identity disorder.' 'So much of the messages I received as a child was that being ugly, was something to be ashamed of,' he told Nine.'

As he prepares to debut his first album in over a decade, Darren Hayes has shed a light on Savage Garden's tragic breakup. Savage Garden, made up of Darren and guitarist Daniel Jones, was established in 1993 and sold a slew of No.s. To the Moon and Back, and Truly Madly Madly. Sadly, a rift between the bandmates caused them to part ways at a time when they were very popular in 2001.

On Thursday, Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes stunned fans by announcing his forthcoming album Homosexual. The openly gay singer, 50, posted the back of his fifth solo album on Instagram, which shows the flamboyant star wearing a floral shirt and eye-popping pink pants. Darren has previously stated that he is finally at peace with his sexuality and is relieved that he no longer has to hide in the closet.

Following Olivia Newton-John's death aged 73 after a long fight with cancer, Australian celebrities have paid their respects to her. Following a lengthy fight with breast cancer, the Grease actress died peacefully at her home in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. On her Facebook page, her husband John Easterling announced his death. Kylie Minogue paid tribute to the legendary actress by posting a throwback photo of herself and Olivia and writing: "I'm so proud and admiring Olivia Newton John.' And, I will always do.'

The quest for the ever-elusive "bop" is proving difficult. Playlists and streaming-service recommendations can only do so much. They often leave a lingering question: Are these songs really good, or are they just new? The MTV News team's hand-picked collection of songs from the Bop Shop. This weekly collection isn't limited by genre or can include something — it's a glimpse of what's on our minds and what sounds good. With the most up-to-date music, we'll keep it fresh, but we do expect a few oldies (but goodies) every once in a while. Get ready: The Bop Shop is now open for business.