Singer and Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh has died at the age of 41.<\/p>\n

The Scottish singer-songwriter and actor was found dead at his home in Rochester, Minnesota, USA, his family have announced.<\/p>\n

A statement from his family reads: \u201cIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darius Campbell Danesh.<\/p>\n

\u201cDarius 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\u2019 office.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe local police department have confirmed that there were no signs of intent or suspicious circumstances. The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe ask that you kindly respect our wishes for privacy at this time whilst we come to terms with the tragic loss of our son and brother.\u201d<\/p>\n

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