Gareth Gates has been sharing pictures of his new bachelor pad, They called off their engagement this week, They had been together for more than six years. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. They are one of the biggest bands in the world but we wouldn't have One Direction if it wasn't thanks to The X Factor. Gareth Gates, the celebrity singer and songwriter drops in to hand over the Gold Key for Goldmans Interiors new showroom. U made the bride's day (as well as getting married ) & definitely helped make the speech that much more special; a message from her first love on her wedding day - the bride was over the moon!Thank youxx. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Spead the Cost of Keeping Your Heating System Healthy in 2023, Wiltshire Florist Chosen to Exhibit at 2023s Chelsea Flower Show. Gareth Gates rose to stardom in 2002 as runner-up in the UK's first Pop Idol. It was revealed way back when that Gareth had lost his virginity to Katie Price, and he was spotted sneaking out of her hotel room. "[22][23][24], Instead, Gates played Eddie in the new musical Loserville at the West Yorkshire Playhouse in 2012. Songkick is the first to know of new tour announcements and concert information, so if your favorite artists are not currently on tour, join Songkick to . Get your tour dates seen by one billion fans. GARETH Gates has been spotted with his new DJ girlfriend for the first time after The Sun Online revealed they were dating in July. England boss Gareth Southgate is the most popular man in the world right now, as footie fans are hoping he can bring it home in tomorrow night's Euro 2020 final. After Zayn Malik announced his departure, the band started their hiatus in January 2016 and have all gone on to release solo material. In January 2014, Gates again took part in Dancing on Ice for the final series, partnered this time by Brianne Delcourt. His third single, a double A-side "Suspicious Minds"/"The Long and Winding Road", a duet with Pop Idol winner Will Young, also reached number one. Daddy loves you.. Gareth Gates revealed he lost 250,000 after being tricked by dodgy Forex trader Showbiz CAUGHT OUT. The singer also released his amazing new music in early 2018. 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True or false: Gareth has blond hair. His hero, he announced, was Cliff Richard. Join Songkick True or false: Gareth comes from London. 62, Anyone of Us (no. Now, Gareth is dating DJ Chloe Mclennan, 30, who he lives with and in a recent snap they posed alongside each other looking smart. As of 2008, Gates had sold over 3.5million records in the UK. Be the first to know when they tour near Brisbane, QLD, Australia, Join 15,912 fans getting concert alerts for this artist. Despite not winning the competition, he was soon signed up by Simon Cowell to the BMG label. Youre my world.. She added a pair of black boots and gold jewellery - with both stars also wearing black protective face masks. Gareth Paul Gates (born 12 July 1984) is an English singer-songwriter and actor. He took part in the 2009 Cosmo Everyman campaign to raise awareness of prostate and testicular cancer. Something went wrong, please try again later. In the late 1990s Justin became one of the lead vocalists in boyband NSYNC.He then went solo and achieved massive success with hits such as 'Cry Me A River', 'Rock Your Body' and 'Sexy Back'. Who is Dancing On Ice star Faye Brookes' boyfriend Joe Davies and what does he do? Gareth Gates performing "Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)" Live at the Music On The Hill Festival at Kings Hill, Kent on Sunday 21st July 2013 Speaking of the documentary, he said "Hopefully this documentary will give people an insight into something that most take for granted - speaking! After shocking audiences and the judging panel with her incredible rendition of 'I Dreamed A Dream', Susan went on to finish in second place behind Diversity. He took several breaks during the tour, and during his absences his part was played by Lee Brennan. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. He finished in 7th place, and went on to appear in the very last Dancing on Ice tour in March and April 2014. [30] Gates said, "I speak to people in Bradford. Perrie, Jesy, Jade and Leigh-Anne released the track 'Cannonball' as their winners' single before going on to have hits such as 'Wings', 'No More Sad Songs' and 'Power'.After a number of massive sell-out tours, the band are currently working on their fifth studio album and have just finished their 'Summer Hits Tour' in the UK. After getting her break with 'Call Me Maybe', Carly went on to have hits such as 'I Really Like You' and 'Run Away With Me'. His new bronzed body has served him well. Gareth Gates has been showing off his new home after his split from Faye Brookes as she reportedly scraps plans to move to London. This was just the start for the Scottish singer as she went on to achieve massive success, selling millions of records worldwide. Girls Aloud were first created when they appeared on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002. The singer is currently on her 'On The Run II' tour with her husband Jay-Z and the pair recently dropped their surprise new album 'Everything Is Love'. Coronation Street star Faye Brookes gushes over new boyfriend in rare snap after Gareth Gates split, Gareth Gates denies hes moved on from ex fiance Faye Brookes as hes pictured with mystery woman, who is currently taking part in Dancing On Ice, before calling off their engagement in 2019, Inside Dancing On Ice star Faye Brookes' very plush Manchester pad with amazing lounge and views. 2023 - January 14/01/23 Worcester, The Best of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons 15/01/23 Exeter, The Best of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons 17/01/23 Bury St Edmunds, The Best of Fra I'll Facebook live him . From his early exposure in the music industry, it was well known that he had a stutter, but after seeing him perform live recently, it was incredible to see how he has managed to keep it under control since. Gareth Southgate lives in a stunning 16th century mansion in North Yorkshire, reportedly worth 3.75million, with his wife Alison and two kids. [40] Gates and Wilkes opened a second academy in Milton Keynes. King Charles is preparing to take the throne with confidence, according to a body language expert. [35], Gates met his former partner Coronation Street star Faye Brookes when they starred together in Legally Blonde: The Musical, shortly before he split from his wife. At the start of 2004 he did an arena tour of the UK, then continued to promote his album throughout Europe and Asia, before taking a break and training as a speech coach and course instructor with the McGuire Programme. Christina Aguilera appeared on Star Search as a youngster back in 1990. Gareth has been dating Ibiza DJ Chloe McLennan since last summer and they now live together. The event was to honour the work of orchestrator William David Brohm and raised funds for CLIC Sargent Cancer care. "Gareth Gates full Official Chart History", "Gareth Gates Anyone of Us (Stupid Mistake)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gareth_Gates_discography&oldid=1111832776, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 23 September 2022, at 05:04. The new showroom is yet another great step in our successful journey.. After enjoying a successful solo career and bagging seven top five singles (not too shabby), Gareth went on to dabble in the world of musical theatre and has starred in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Les Miserables, Legally Blonde and Boogie Nights. [12] Gates had been working with writers such as Sacha Skarbek (who has worked with James Blunt), Ricky Ross (of Deacon Blue), Gary Clark and Pete Gordeno, and new the album was produced by Martin Terefe, Jon Hall and Nick Whitecross.[13]. Gareth's rendition is PURE POP BRILLIANCE! Jordin Sparks became American Idol's youngest ever winner when she won over competition at the age of just 17 in 2006. Gareth Gates and Faye Brookes are moving on after calling off their engagement. Retweet. Despite how things go on Sunday, when England will play against Italy at Wembley, the 50-year-old will head home to his luxurious mansion, reportedly worth 3.75million, situated in North Yorkshire. [41] During an interview with BBC Radio Leeds on 16 June 2012, Gates announced plans to open a further academy in Leeds. Carly Rae Jepsen enjoyed massive success with her hit single 'Call Me Maybe' in 2012 but before that she came third on Canadian Idol. Both singles remained in the UK Top 40 for only one week. GARETH Gates has been spotted with his new DJ girlfriend for the first time after The Sun Online revealed they were dating in July. Gareth Gates, the celebrity singer and songwriter drops in to hand over the Gold Key for Goldmans Interiors new showroom. Both songs come from the musical Miss Saigon. Proving good things come to those who wait, the pair organised their first date the next day. The two had met in 2012 when they played on-stage lovers in the UK tour of Legally Blonde The Musical. Taking over the role from Lee Mead, Gates began the role on 7 February 2009 and continued to play the part until the final performance on 30 May 2009. On 6 July 2008, Gates starred in the line-up for A Spoonful of Stiles & Drewe, a charity fundraiser to celebrate 25 years of musical theatre composers George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. 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Gareth was great at interacting with the crowd, and was calling out to everyone to sing and dance along, and he also cracked some jokes throughout the show, making the atmosphere fun and comfortable. With Cheryl Tweedy, Nicola Roberts, Sarah Harding, Kimberley Walsh and Nadine Coyle all winning a place in the band, the group went on to achieve their debut number one with the track 'Sound Of The Underground'. Girls Aloud went on to achieve massive success in the UK and scored a record 20 consecutive top 10 singles in the UK Charts. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Gareth told The Mirror: Despite our efforts over the past three years to make our marriage work, sadly Suzanne and I have decided to separate. Despite her amazing success, Jennifer unbelievably only finished 7th on American Idol back in 2004. I'm A Celeb bosses develop code names for stars from 'Bakewell' to 'Queen' [6] Gates achieved Grade 8 in piano, classical guitar and singing. Gareth gates would you like to come turn on my Christmas lights please? Music Video Rejigged by POPTASTICA!Love this choon! Leona went on to have five successful albums and has completed three tours to date. Gareth married Missys mum Suzanne in 2008 but they split in 2012 after he admitted theyd grown apart. The album is essence split into two sections, with tracks one to ten representing "Night", and tracks eleven to nineteen "Day". Faye had reportedly been planning to move to London with Gareth but has now decided to stay in Manchester. Gareth has brown hair. A source told The Sun Online : "Faye was supposed to be moving to London with Gareth to pursue new opportunities but has decided to stay in Manchester after their break up "She needs to stay where all her family and friends are.". But in the last couple of years Ive started to take my fitness really seriously. The album enjoyed slightly more success in a number of Asian countries however, and Gates won MTV Asia's award for Best International Male in 2003/04. Gareth was carrying a sleek leather holdall as they made their way out of the building. During his time working with Judie Tzuke, Gates also co-wrote the song "Christmas and I'm Home" with her. 4. Something went wrong, please try again later. It was a great way to start the show with a track that everyone was familiar with, and he won the audience over with ease. In a phenomenal career which followed he has sold more than 3.5 million records in the UK, released three albums and had four UK number one singles. Those rock-solid gel spikes are a distant memory, and even though we were sure we would love them forever we are completely in awe of Gareth's floppy locks. East 17 - where are Brian Harvey, Tony Mortimer and the band now? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Bauer Consumer Media Ltd, Company number 01176085; Bauer Radio Limited, Company number: 1394141; Registered office: Media House, Peterborough Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough PE2 6EA and H Bauer Publishing, Company number: LP003328; Registered office: The Lantern, 75 Hampstead Road, London NW1 2PL, All registered in England and Wales. The singer initially denied hed slept with Katie and he later explained why while taking part in The Big Reunion. The album failed to chart. "Whilst we have grown apart, we love and cherish our wonderful daughter Missy and together we will prioritise her happy upbringing.". Livin' on a Prayer. "They tried to make it work but sadly it's not meant to be. After Gareth's first attempt to ask her out failed, he came across Alison and her then boyfriend at restaurant a week later, after hearing they were on the verge of breaking up. Our new showroom features our existing range of window stylings:blinds, curtains, shutters & awningsplus weve added a fabulous range of soft furnishings including:British handmade furniture, tables,cushions & distinctive room accessories. View all concerts. Gareth Gates first found fame on Pop Idol in 2002, but what is he doing now? They went on to have five albums, four world tours and sold millions of records with hits such as 'Best Song Ever' and 'What Makes You Beautiful'. A song Gates co-wrote with Tzuke, "Dark Days", appeared on Tzuke's 2007 album Songs 1. "[24][38] On 18 October 2011, his work as an ambassador, raising awareness of the issues surrounding speech difficulties was recognised at the Giving Voice Awards Ceremony. "I denied the whole Jordan thing because I was 17, I didn't want my family to find out about my sex life," he revealed. 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On 30 March 2007, Gates appeared on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, the first time he had participated in an interview for a mainstream television chat-show since his speech improvement. He was head chorister by the age of eleven, singing solo for the Queen when she visited in 1997. On 7 September 2008, Gates played for England against The Rest of the World in Soccer Aid 2008 at Wembley in aid of UNICEF. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033. "They are both really sad about it but have vowed to remain friends.". In 20092011, Gates completed an 18-month stint as Marius, initially in the touring production and then in the West End production of Les Misrables. As of 2008, Gates had sold over 3.5 million records in the UK. Little Mix made history in 2011 when they became the first ever band to win The X Factor. An avid church goer, who blushed when asked to sign autographs on women's cleavages, 17-year-old Gareth looked and acted innocent. To see a huge act, they often have to go to a different city. Gareth took to his Instagram Story to share loved-up snaps from the meal, as well as a brief clip of himself cheers-ing a flute of champagne. In 2016, Gates starred as Willard in a national tour of Footloose. The pair met back in 2012 when they starred in the Legally Blonde musical together while Gareth was still married to Suzanne. Gareth went on to perform in the likes of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Les Mis, Legally Blonde and Boogie Nights. "It wasn't the reason I wanted to be a pop star. CHECK OUT artists who started their careers on TV talent shows View Gallery 16 photos 1 of 16 CREDIT: u00a9 PA Images Girls Aloud It includes the hit singles from his first two albums and two other tracks from his first album (all of which are owned by Sony Music), plus three brand new acoustic tracks which he recorded with his guitarist Pete Rinaldi. Gates' third album, Pictures of the Other Side, was released on 25 June 2007. Gareth is a proud dad to 12-year-old daughter Missy, his only child from his first marriage to Suzanne Mole. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Top 100 singles of the decade (20002009), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, "Mirror Online: The intelligent tabloid. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Gareth went on to date Coronation Street actress Faye Brookes, who is currently taking part in Dancing On Ice, and they were together for almost seven years before calling off their engagement in 2019. They share a daughter, Mia, and son Flynn together. In December 2009, Gates took part in ITV's All Star Family Fortunes, along with his then wife Suzanne, mum Wendy, sister Nicola and best friend Matt, and won 30,000 for The Bobby Moore Fund for bowel cancer. From his beginnings as a nervous young man on Pop Idol way back on the first series, Gareth Gates has come an incredibly long way since then, and has now sold over 3.5 million records in the UK alone. "Although it's a painful time she's trying to keep busy with various projects and auditions. (2010 London Cast Recording) 02:55 Composers: Alain Boublil - Claude-Michel Schnberg. The 36-year-old star and Chloe McLennan stepped out in. [29], In June 2022, Gates hosted a Bradford-based Jubilee party, Big 80s Festival, in celebration of the Queen's seventieth year on the throne. [citation needed] He was part of the pop group 5th Story, set up for The Big Reunion. I love you Missy moo. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The couple called off their engagement and split this week. In the past few years Adam has been touring as the lead vocalist with rock band Queen. Anyone of Us (Stupid Mistake) Unchained Melody. Want to see Gareth Gates in concert? 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For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Gareth and Chloe stepped out in Manchester together, The two enjoyed a trip to Menagerie bar and restaurant, Gareth shared a video from inside the venue, They covered up with protective face masks, He split from ex fiance Faye Brookes last year, Gareth Gates says he's looking for 'unconditional love' as he celebrates sister's birthday, Gareth Gates celebrates DJ girlfriend Chloe McLennans 30th birthday in Manchester, Inside Keith Lemons 50th birthday celebrations as he throws star-studded fancy dress party, Bobby Davro devastated as fiance Vicky Wright is given heartbreaking cancer diagnosis, BBC presenter suffers shocking racist abuse outside pub while waiting for his wife on night out as he shares shock vid, Gareth and Chloe have been dating since April, split from ex fiance Faye Brookes last August, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Thank you Gareth Gates! I got into the gym when I was 30 and stopped partying," he told The Sun. Originally released in 2002. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Gareth Gates - Live In London (DVD, 2003) at the best online prices at eBay! There are stars out there who are out there for the wrong reasons. Its a shame that hes not released any original material in some years, but he kept the energy of the show up by playing tracks from musicals hes starred in, as well as a couple of incredible covers. Smash Hits magazine dedicated 7 October 2002 as International Gareth Gates Day. I wanted to be recognised for my talent.". A second single, "Angel on My Shoulder", was released on 18 June 2007, peaking at Number 22. Gareth was 17 years old when he slept with Katie, who was pregnant at the time. You can sign up at the top of the page. (Live) Gareth Gates. to track Gareth Gates and get concert alerts when they play near you. [34] However, Gates and Mole got engaged on New Year's Eve 2007 and were married on 18 July 2008 in a private ceremony for family and friends. Ah, no. [25], In July 2012, Gates took over the role of Warner in the UK tour of the musical Legally Blonde.[26]. Originally released in 2002. In 2016 Leona made her Broadway debut as Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Cats. Gareth has also thrown himself into the gym and has got. 5. The pair first met in 2012 while starring in the musical Legally Blonde but split in 2018. The documentary was screened in December 2006, and confirmed a new record deal with UMTV (part of Universal) and a new album as well as showcasing snippets of the new material. After finishing as runner-up behind Will Young, Gates was given a recording contract with BMG and released his first single, a . On 27 December 2013, it was announced that Gates, along with Dane Bowers (from Another Level), Kenzie (from Blazin' Squad), Adam Rickitt, and Kavana would be forming a "supergroup" called 5th Story for the ITV2 documentary The Big Reunion.