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. They went out in eighth place on 10 February 2007. I am still nervous and really upset. [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. Theyd eaten at their favourite restaurant, finished decorating ready for their guests and, most importantly, Stephen had finally found the ending he was seeking for the novel hed been writing for four years. Stephen Gately died early on the morning of October 10, 2009 while on holiday in Majorca. Stephen Gately died Saturday while he and his partner were visiting the Spanish island of Majorca. He died and I couldnt help him. Stephen Gately died in his husband Andrew's arms. Irish Singer Stephen Gately was born Stephen Patrick David Gately on 17th March, 1976 in Dublin, Ireland and passed away on 10th Oct 2009 Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain . And, while still immersed in grief, internet entrepreneur Andrew is determined to mark what would have been one of Stephens proudest moments. By Tom Kelly for the Daily Mail and Sara Nathan Updated: 06:44 EDT, 12 . As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [7] The single "No Matter What", on which Gately is a prominent vocalist, received heavy play on radio. But in the harrowing first hours after the grim discovery, Andrew is said to have been wracked with guilt for not checking on him. Stephen Gately: Hunt for mystery third man that Boyzone star and husband took back to their 1m home on night he died. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. An article by Jan Moir in the Daily Mail on 16 October 2009 claimed: "Healthy and fit 33-year-old men do not just climb into their pyjamas and go to sleep on the sofa, never to wake up again. [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. Stephen was a beautiful person in both body and spirit. A February appearance at the 2008 Meteor Awards relaunched the reformed Boyzone, with touring taking place throughout 2008. 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. Former BOYZONE star Stephen Gately has been beaten up in a violent attack outside a top London restaurant - by his "husband" and another man. Gately had been the most eager to reform and urged his bandmates to come together again. of it. Lets wake Stephen up so I can say goodbye. Something went wrong, please try again later. [102] The publication also attempted to alter the original headline but this succeeded only in provoking the public further. [102] A PCC spokesman said "We're trying to work out what the complaints are. They say it was a tragic accident. 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. "In the morning Andy went into his room. [42] In July 2009, their home was broken into by thieves who took 80,000 of items, including a prized Rolex watch which Gately had purchased with his first pay cheque. 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. Gately has died at the age of just 33. Eleven years ago today the showbiz world was rocked by the sudden death of Boyzone's Stephen Gately. Stephen was screaming for help. . I'm in complete shock. "[91] The. Stephen and Andy slept together on the sofa, I fell asleep in the bedroom. But he was a true giant of a man". 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. [50] Spanish police were alerted at 1:45pm by Cowles, after he had tried to revive Gately. In January 2007, Gately was heard in Horror of Glam Rock, a Doctor Who audio drama produced by Big Finish Productions for BBC7. Stephens ashes are now in Ireland. [95] Bono later paid tribute to Gately during U2's U2 360 Tour worldwide concerts.[96][97]. Over 3,500 fans lined the streets of Dublin to listen to the funeral service on loud speakers. Stephen Gately died unexpectedly after a night out in Majorca 11 years ago today leaving partner Andrew Cowles devastated. But Mr Gately's solicitor and family friend, Gerald Kean, last night insisted Mr Cowles was the one who found his husband's body. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. M argaret Gately was joined by fans who had flown in from the UK and even as far away as Geneva for a mass at St Laurence O'Toole Church on Sheriff Street in Dublin, where his funeral mass also . "I went to take his pulse and couldnt find one. 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z, Help He said that Mr Cowles had also spoken fully to detectives. Stephen Gately dating history Relationships. [90], Irish boy band Westlife said: "We are, like everyone else, in shock today. Stephen Gatelys husband Andrew Cowles will get the Boyzone singers 11 million ($16.4 million)estate, and the Gately family reportedly has no intentions of challenging the decision. Stephen was a very private person. [49][50] According to Dochev, he discovered Gately's body lying on a sofa as he was about to leave. He's just finished a successful tour with bandmates Ronan Keating, Keith Duffy, Shane Lynch and Mikey Graham and was looking forward to a month-long break at the 1million villa he shared with husband Andrew Cowles in the affluent area of Puerto Andratx. STUDENT Georgi Dochev has claimed he had sex with Boyzone star Stephen Gately's husband as the singer lay dead next door. [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. Copyright 2023 Irish Studio LLC All rights reserved. He lit up our lives and those of the many friends he had all over the world. Former BOYZONE star Stephen Gately has been beaten up in a violent attack Stephen Gately and husband Andrew Cowles Ronan Keating, Keith Duffy, Mikey Graham and Shane Lynch carry out the coffin after the funeral of Boyzone singer Stephen Gately at St Laurence. [92] Andrew Lloyd Webber said it is "a great loss to the musical world". Picture: Boyzone 2008 Meteor Music Awards - Arrivals Dublin, Ireland - 15.02.08. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Saturday, 15 April 2023. . He was the most happy and confident hed been in his life, and hed just finished his book. He and his partner Andrew Cowles had been looking forward to a month-long visit at their 1 million villas in the affluent enclave of Puerto Andratx, fresh off the heels of a Boyzone tour. 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. I realised it was He was 33 years of age, 15 years at the top, a fine musician, it's just a huge tragedy to Irish entertainment, Irish music and further afield as well". Not realising, Andrew cuddled Stephen for three hours before going to sleep in their own bed. The guy is in a deep state of shock and he hasnt slept for a minute since this tragedy unfolded. [62] Fans had travelled from as far as South Africa, and Taiwan to attend the funeral. The night he died, wed had such a good time, a lovely evening in our favourite restaurant. [48] His death was a result of a congenital heart defect. He came from a world of charts, and its his last chance to get a number one.. [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". Andrew explains: Then, one day Id been for a bit of a boozy lunch at the Ivy and I bumped into Stephen shopping in Covent Garden. Gately was knocked over and reportedly punched and kicked in the attack, 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. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. [115] Scotland Yard received a complaint. [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". Afterwards, a tribute party was given for Gately, and was attended by 450 relatives and friends. Our love and sympathy go out to Andrew and Stephen's family. STEPHEN GATELY'S devastated husband Andy Cowles yesterday took the singer's ashes back home to London. He explained to Darik Radio: "He was very, very drunk, and when he fell asleep on the sofa with his body in a weird position, it did not seem that strange to me. After winning the 2009 PDC World Darts Grand Prix, Phil Taylor dedicated the trophy to Gately after beating Raymond Van Barneveld 6-3 in the final. Moir's article resulted in over 25,000 complaints to the Press Complaints Commission (PCC) that day,[98][99][100][101] causing its site to crash for several hours. The Irish pop star and actor was on holiday with his long-term partner in Majorca when he 'tragically died' yesterday, according to the band's tour website. [86] The four surviving members of Boyzone had memorial tattoos inked on their bodies when they brought Gately's body home. 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