Two weeks later the album New Beginning was released and entered the charts. Singer Stephen Gately's husband was the person who found his body early on Saturday afternoon, the tragic Boyzone star's family insisted last night. This was not in the script", said music historian Paul Gambaccini. Thousands of mourners, including Walsh, turned up to pay their respects to Gately, at his funeral in Dublin on Saturday. Mr Dochev, who lives in a modest flat on the outskirts of Palma, said he had now given police a full account of events leading up to Stephen's death. "[114] However, the column featured only in the British version of the newspaper, being removed from the Irish Daily Mail and replaced instead by positive tributes to the singer's life. After a few weeks or so we were both saying marry me, marry me, we both knew it was a good thing, we were in love., Five months after they met, the couple went on holiday to Las Vegas. [102] Derren Brown and Stephen Fry used Twitter to front an online campaign against the Daily Mail and Jan Moir throughout the afternoon and a Facebook page was set up urging followers to complain to the brands whose advertisements featured alongside the article. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. I was getting no comfort from them. [22], Boyzone released a brand new single, "Love You Anyway", followed by a new compilation album in October 2008. Lets wake Stephen up so I can say goodbye. After success with Boyzone, the band decided in 2000 to move on to solo projects. He was just furious that I'd He woke Cowles, who was sleeping alone in the couple's bedroom. We know from the pathologists report that Stephen died sleeping with me on the sofa, he says, softly. STEPHEN GATELY'S devastated husband Andy Cowles yesterday took the singer's ashes back home to London. Stephens ashes are now in Ireland. If he hadnt done that, and left some handwritten notes, we would have had to guess the ending., Andrew said the book had become deeply important to Stephen, a place where his imagination was allowed to roam free. The band is now to link up with manager Louis Walsh, who is staying at his apartment in Dublin city centre. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. We have shared such wonderful times together over the years and were all looking forward to sharing many more. Stephen and Andrew were legally wed in London on March 19, 2006, entitling Cowles to ownership of the couples homes in England and Spain, as well as Gatelys investments and savings. [69][70] Keith Duffy reminisced on the early days: "He told Louis [Walsh] he was 5ft 7in (170 cm). [17] However, Gately's solicitor and family friend, Gerald Kean, insisted Cowles was the one who found Gately's body. Copyright 2023 Irish Studio LLC All rights reserved. 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Updated 06:52, 2 JUL 2012. I know that my boy fell asleep under my arm, his heart stopped, he didnt feel any pain.. I will never forgive myself for this. On 19 March 2006, Gately entered into a civil partnership with Cowles in a ceremony in London. http://bit.ly/1VGTPwA After 25 years, Boyzone will be saying goodbye on their farewell tour playing across the UK this month. Police said they had no reason to believe the death was related to abuse of substances, and no suicide note or signs of violence were found on his body.[51]. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Graham, Keating and Lynch also had "76 09" (Gately's birth and death years) written with their memorial tattoos,[87][88][89] while Duffy had "Steo, Riposa in pace" (Italian for "Rest in peace") written with his memorial tattoo. [49][50] According to Dochev, he discovered Gately's body lying on a sofa as he was about to leave. Andy replied, No, leave him sleeping and thats when I told him Stephen looked strange," he said. [38] The Tree of Seasons remained a bestseller and a top-ten seller for three consecutive weeks. When he came out, it was a major step, it didnt matter that someone was going to sell the story, he came out with real dignity. [90], Irish boy band Westlife said: "We are, like everyone else, in shock today. Stephen's parents, Margaret and Martin, agreed that heartbroken . Sir Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber, the Irish boyband Westlife and former Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern were among the congregation at St. Laurence O'Toole Church in the north inner city. Louis Walsh, Boyzone, and Stephens family have all helped him through the past few months. Stephen was pronounced dead at 2.25pm and an autopsy ruled he'd died from natural causes up to eight hours before. [54], On 16 October, accompanied by the four remaining members of Boyzone,[55] his body was brought from Mallorca to Dublin where his funeral took place at the Church of St Laurence O'Toole the following day. Updated 06:52, 2 JUL 2012. But instead, the singer went to sleep and never woke up after an undiagnosed heart condition called atheromatosis - a thickening of the arteries - caused his lungs to suddenly fill with fluid. He also voiced one of the characters in the series, Blackavar, which was created to look like him. Gately made his pantomime debut at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley in December 2005 starring as Dandini in Cinderella. [71], Fans responded with messages of sympathy on Twitter and Facebook. [104] Father Ted and The IT Crowd writer Graham Linehan called for a complete boycott of the Daily Mail, tweeting "Which brands advertise in the Mail? ", Celebrities Index: So I am doing it for him.. The remaining members of Boyzone, led by Ronan Keating, will bring the body of their friend on its final journey back to Dublin in the coming days. They were considered a major pop band of the 1990s and had a much publicised rivalry with UK boy band Take That,[16] even selling more singles than them. [72][73] Thousands of pounds have been donated by fans to a Stoke-based children's charity which Gately had endorsed. I noticed some strange spots on Stephen's legs, but I thought it was due to some kind of skin disease.". He said: "Well, we didn't go fishing or go to the library. When news of his shock death from an undiagnosed heart condition at his holiday. File photo dated 8/5/2008 of Boyzone (left to right) Keith Duffy, Ronan Keating, Stephen Gately, Shane Lynchy and Mikey Graham arrive at The Cauldwell Ball at the Battersea Evolution in Battersea Park, London. This week, Andrew fulfils that promise. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. At Stephens funeral at his childhood church in Dublin, Boyzones Ronan Keatings voice faltered as he talked of his bandmate to the congregation and thousands of fans gathered outside. The paperback version was released in April 2011. The trio partied at the Black Cat nightclub in Palma before heading back to their apartment at around 5. Stephen Gately died in his husband Andrew's arms Boyzone slept with Stephen Gately's coffin before funeral to ease mum's fear Stephen Gately's battle with pills and depression before. Receive today's headlines directly to your inbox every morning and evening, Please check your inbox to verify your details, The Wanted star Siva Kaneswaran reveals wedding plans after finding The One in Belfast. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [26], Boyzone's former manager Louis Walsh is quoted as saying: "We're all absolutely devastated. I could picture us in the bay in Mallorca sat having coffee, two podgy, pasty grey-haired chaps and I knew Id still love him because I loved his soul.. I certainly hope the Irish people force that newspaper's editor to apologise for the great hurt caused by that article". The group unanimously agreed that Gately should be allowed to pair with a male actor. I was at the computer in our house in Mallorca working on some programming, and Stephen was sitting on the bed behind me on his red laptop. [51] Gately was squatting in an awkward position on the sofa, dressed in his pyjamas. [85] My First Time, a stage show which was set to star bandmember Keith Duffy, was cancelled entirely. I know that my boy fell asleep under my arm, his heart stopped, he didnt feel any pain.. I can never understand why people just don't leave things simple" and one radio station owner, who called on people to write to the Mail to express their disagreement, commented, "We are all very very insulted by that coverage. X Factor. He was a great man. Stephen's family have rejected claims he'd been out drinking for eight hours. The official said Gately had suffered a pulmonary oedema, an. Then we had a shower, and went to Stephen. Majority of unionists would vote against Good Friday Agreement if vote was held today, Omagh bombing survivor to perform at Creeslough charity concert, Irish American infant dies after mom allegedly murdered siblings in Massachusetts. [34] Boyzone bandmate Ronan Keating promised at Gately's funeral that "by hook or by crook" the book would be finished. outside a top London restaurant - by his "husband" and another man. The trio partied at the Black Cat nightclub in Palma before heading back to their apartment at around 5.30am. I asked Andy to come and check him. [105] According to Sky News, the Gatelys "are aware of the article, they have not read it, they will not read it, but they know what is contained in it and they know the sentiment" and "are just very, very disappointed". Its not fair, because he didnt have a choice. When Boyzone singer Stephen Gately died seven months ago of an undiagnosed heart condition, he was only pages away from completing the children's novel that he had been writing for three years.. In apparent good health and aged just 33, no-one could have predicted the beloved star's tragic passing after a night out in Majorca on October 10, 2009. Stephen Gately died early on the morning of October 10, 2009 while on holiday in Majorca. [36] Based on Gately's handwritten notes the day he died he had just worked out the ending. "In the morning Andy went into his room. Stephen Gately's husband Andrew Cowles will get the Boyzone singer's 11 million ($16.4 million) estate, and the Gately family reportedly has no intentions of challenging the decision. Reliving the heartbreaking scenes as Andrew frantically tried to revive his husband, Georgi continued, Andy was whispering, Come on baby, wake up. [102] A PCC spokesman said "We're trying to work out what the complaints are. She suggested that drugs and a "dangerous lifestyle" were to blame for Gately's death. "Today we lost another young legend of music. Stephen was a beautiful person in both body and spirit. Lets wake Stephen up so I can say goodbye. Issue date: Saturday October 11 2009. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Stephen Gately died unexpectedly after a night out in Majorca 11 years ago today leaving partner Andrew Cowles devastated, Want all the latest Showbiz news direct to your inbox? [41] The couple lived together in the north London village of Highgate. Stephen and Andrew had enjoyed dinner at their favourite restaurant, followed by drinks at a bar, where they met Bulgarian model and student, Georgi Dochev. [66][67] Gately's coffin was carried into and out of the church by his bandmates,[68] and during the service Ronan Keating gave an emotional eulogy, during which he broke down several times and apologised to the congregation. He lit up our lives and those of the many friends he had all over the world. He attended the premieres of the film both at the Edinburgh Film Festival and at the Empire, Leicester Square, along with the stars of the film, Julie Walters and Jamie Bell. I don't want to say anything more. Himself and the Boyzone lads paved the way for us as a band. [29], In September 2007, Gately began touring the UK in an 11-week run of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical Godspell, but withdrew from the production after just three weeks for contractual reasons.[30]. I did it with both of them.". [31] He was an ambassador for the Caudwell Children Charity in Stoke and on one occasion gave a private Christmas performance, raising thousands of pounds. He admitted: "This is not true. It became our song. He died and I couldnt help him. News Politics. The beloved Boyzone star was just 33 years old. Andy replied, No, leave him sleeping and thats when I told him Stephen looked strange," he said. [95] Bono later paid tribute to Gately during U2's U2 360 Tour worldwide concerts.[96][97]. I know that my boy fell asleep under my arm, his heart stopped, he didnt feel any pain.. [17] Gately shared the majority of lead vocal work with Ronan Keating. [106] Nestl also disassociated themselves with the article, saying Moir's words contradicted the company's values of "mutual respect and tolerance, regardless of culture, religion or nationality". [99] According to The Guardian details about where Moir lived were posted on the Internet and a false rumour that the Daily Mail had reported Cowles as Gately's murderer was repeated on Twitter. But in the harrowing first hours after the grim discovery, Andrew is said to have been wracked with guilt for not checking on him. He said that Mr Cowles had also spoken fully to detectives. [32] Searches for "Stephen Gately" was said to have "risen exponentially" and remained at the top for several days after the singer's death[74][75] and was later confirmed as being the most searched for topic on Google's UK site in 2009. He passed away suddenly in the early hours of the morning while at his holiday home in Port D'Andratx, Majorca. He used to always say to me, 'If I wasn't in Boyzone I don't know where I'd be today, thank you'". Upon Boyzone's reformation, Gately featured as part of the first gay couple in a boyband music video for "Better", in what was to be his last with the band. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. [10] His siblings are Michelle, Tony, Alan and Mark. For this audio play, Gately recorded an original song, "Children of Tomorrow", with music by Tim Sutton and lyrics by Barnaby Edwards; this was his first solo track since 2001. The night before had been like any other Saturday. his children needed a father and his wife needed a husband . Who in Westlife died? Not realising, Andrew cuddled Stephen for three hours before going to sleep in their own bed. Bulgarian Georgi . [7] The single "No Matter What", on which Gately is a prominent vocalist, received heavy play on radio. [102] The company's Nescaf brand was featured alongside the article. I went into the bedroom and said, Im going. [32] On one visit to a hospital he met a terminally ill child who admired the jacket he was wearing, and Gately allowed her to have it. I was only with him on Monday at an awards ceremony. judge Louis Walsh has turned down a request to speak at his friend Stephen Gately's funeral - in case he buckles under his grief. Bulgarian student Georgi Dochev claims his previous statements about meeting the Boyzone singer and his husband Andy Cowles the night before the star's tragic death in October are untrue, as he had been having a long-term sexual relationship with both men. A video of the song was released on 15 June 2018, featuring images of Gately and Boyzone. We were incredibly happy together. Boyzone lead emotional tributes to late bandmate Stephen Gately on tenth anniversaryIt's been ten years since Boyzone member Stephen Gately passed away in Spain and his old . ", In September 2020, Dublin City Council agreed to name "Stephen Gately Park" after the singer.[123]. In April 2006 he took on the role of The Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz at the Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury. WEDDING CHAPEL in August (03) - when the assault took place. [15] Boyzone's first success outside Ireland was when the song "Love Me for a Reason" reached number two in the UK Singles Chart in 1995. They returned home with someone that they had met that night, Bulgarian national Georgi Dochev. It was a brilliant night, fitting for a brilliant person. Jo Garland, our friend, sang it at the funeral and at Stephens memorial.. Stephen was abusive and a bit From September 2004 until March 2005 Gately played the Child Catcher in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the London Palladium. Former BOYZONE star Stephen Gately has been beaten up in a violent attack outside a top London restaurant - by his "husband" and another man. But Mr Gately's solicitor and family friend, Gerald Kean, last night insisted Mr Cowles was the one who found his husband's body. [113] The PCC contacted the Gately family and investigated if they had received a formal complaint from them, but stated they were not in a position to act directly on complaints from members of the public. Saturday, 15 April 2023. . But instead, the singer went to sleep and never woke up after an undiagnosed heart condition called atheromatosis - a thickening of the arteries - caused his lungs to suddenly fill with fluid. Bulgarian model Georgi Dochev said he met the couple in a Majorcan gay club . He was born on March 17, 1976, in Dublin, Ireland. Although the four band members arrived back in Ireland last night, it emerged they were expected to return to Majorca to bring Mr Gately's body back to his family. Stephen Gately died in his husband Andrew's arms. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [75] Boyzone's record catalogue was propelled back into the music charts. I will never forgive myself for this. ", Boyzone still plans on releasing their upcoming album, which will be dedicated to their fallen brother Steo., Andrew Cowles and Stephen Gately on their wedding day, Take it easy and travel slow around the island of Ireland, Top ten Irish mob movies that lit up the screen. He added: "Then Andy and I had sex once again in his room. ANDREW COWLES - who he wed in a "commitment" service at the VIVA LAS VEGAS getting really ugly when I saw Cowles aim a kick at the back of his head. Singer Stephen Gately's husband was the person who found his body early on Saturday afternoon, the tragic Boyzone star's family insisted last night. loud. The 32-year-old finds speaking about Stephen almost impossible at times. Cookie Policy We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. We know from the pathologists report that Stephen died sleeping with me on the sofa, devastated Andrew told The Mirror. The night before had been like any other Saturday. [110] Caitlin Moran of The Times said the article was "vile". Stephen Patrick David Gately (17 March 1976 - 10 October 2009) was an Irish singer, who, with Ronan Keating, was co-lead singer of the pop group Boyzone; [1] all of Boyzone's studio albums during Gately's lifetime hit number one in the United Kingdom, their third being their most successful internationally. Our thoughts are with Andy and the rest of his family, his friends, his legions of fans and of course his bandmates Keith, Mikey, Shane and Ronan who will be devastated at the loss of a truly beautiful person. And I knew I would be, thats the silly thing. Gately went on to appear variously in stage productions and on television programmes as well as contributing songs to various projects. It contains a foreword by Elton John and David Furnish, and is illustrated by Keith Wilson. In 2008 following his solo career and various bouts of acting and television appearances, Gately rejoined his old colleagues when Boyzone reformed, following the success of revived contemporaries Take That. We werent apart for the next seven years. [47], Gately died at his home in Port d'Andratx, Mallorca, early on 10 October 2009. Stephen Gately was an Irish singer, songwriter, and actor. In the end, I cant have him back and having his ashes isnt him., He finds comfort instead in an old ritual he and Stephen shared. He came from a world of charts, and its his last chance to get a number one.. [56][57][58][59] The four surviving members of Boyzone maintained an overnight vigil in the church the night before. [32] Gately's family requested that donations be given to the charity instead of flowers sent to them after his death in 2009. I knew he was dead," he told The Sun in 2014, admitting he didn't know how to break the news to Andrew. He was the most happy and confident hed been in his life, and hed just finished his book. Harrowing moment Stephen Gateley's husband realised he'd died in his arms eight hours earlier, Stephen Gately died in his husband Andrew's arms, Stephen fell asleep on the sofa of their Majorca apartment and never woke up, Georgi Dochev was the one who raised the alarm, Andrew attended court for the results of the autopsy. and they said there was an exchange of words. A February appearance at the 2008 Meteor Awards relaunched the reformed Boyzone, with touring taking place throughout 2008. [8], Gately grew up in relative poverty in the working-class Sheriff Street area of Dublin. We bought a house together. I miss him. He dries his eyes and recalls: He made me email him a contract promising to be there for ever, and that Id love him when he got fat, old and lost his hair. The student told a radio station in Bulgaria the three of them met regularly for dates and sexual encounters. . Stephen Gately died unexpectedly after a night out in Majorca 11 years ago today leaving partner Andrew Cowles devastated. It has been very traumatic. I only heard after The X Factor (UK television talent show on which Walsh is a judge) and we will rally around each other this week. With Boyzone, Gately had a record-breaking sixteen consecutive singles enter the top five of the UK Singles Chart. [3] He released a solo album in 2000, after the group's initial break-up, which charted in the UK top ten and yielded three UK hit singles, including the top three hit "New Beginning". [37] The book released in the UK and Ireland on 13 May 2010, published by Hodder & Stoughton. [50] Spanish police were alerted at 1:45pm by Cowles, after he had tried to revive Gately. We didnt even tell anyone., As they walked out of the chapel, Etta James At Last was playing. 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