Stephen Gately has died! ----(mod warning post #6)

kelle · 11-10-2009 01:01PM

I always preferred Stephen's voice to Ronan's. Very shocking news, especially as he was only 33 and had so much to live for. RIP

Warfi · 11-10-2009 01:09PM

Jazzy wrote: »

but i had no respect for him or any of the music he made or the whole type of entertainment he represented. to me he was just part of the machine that took quality musical entertainment down the gutter so far that we have to make do with 15 year old teens showing you their giant house on MTV.
if i was going on holiday and his death could effect my break id be more concerned about that then the feelings of over reactionary former boyzone fans

Are you actually going on holiday to Majorca or are you just trying to point out that people die every day of the week? People know that, but it doesn't mean they're not allowed to show their shock and pay their respects when a young man is unexpectedly taken.

Stephen Gately seemed like an absolute gentleman (from what I'd seen of him in interviews). RIP- all the best to his family, husband and friends.

Oliver1985 · 11-10-2009 01:21PM

Id say they might have some type of tribute to him on tonights x-factor?

LizT · 11-10-2009 01:25PM

Oliver1985 wrote: »

Id say they might have some type of tribute to him on tonights x-factor?

I don't know how Louis will go on. He must be devastated and a live show is probably the last thing he needs on his mind.

unichick · 11-10-2009 01:26PM

What happened to poor Stephen? RIP very sad and such a shock for his family.

Kirnsy · 11-10-2009 01:31PM

lizt wrote: »

I don't know how Louis will go on. He must be devastated and a live show is probably the last thing he needs on his mind.

i doubt he will. id imagine they were close. apparently he's in bits (understandably).

RIP to Stephen, thoughts are with the family.

its no consolation but if he fell asleep and never woke up, its the most peaceful way to go.

33 is far too young though.

Any key? · 11-10-2009 01:34PM

absolutely shockin! still no news on what happened?

R.I.P

jos28 · 11-10-2009 01:40PM

Gerard Keane(Boyzone solicitor) was interviewed on Newstalk this morning. He was the first person outside of Stephen's family to hear the sad news. According to him, Stephen's death was caused by a straightforward accident. He said that he would prefer not to release details yet but a statement would be issued later.
My sympathies to Stephen's partner and family. They must be devastated. Rest in Peace, Stephen.

kerash · 11-10-2009 01:41PM

It is sad when any young person dies. (apart from boyzone) he didnt do too much to offend me.
RIP Stephen

jeckle · 11-10-2009 02:15PM

Tragic

R.I.P. Stephen

Bonkers_xOx · 11-10-2009 02:24PM

I actually don't know what to say. I can't believe he's gone.
RIP.

I wonder how Louis will be on the X Factor tonight. Or if he will even do it.

That_Guy · 11-10-2009 02:32PM

RIP

Podge2k7 · 11-10-2009 02:34PM

Jaysus 33, such a young age to die.

RIP

Ann22 · 11-10-2009 02:42PM

MizzLolly wrote: »

My cousin fell asleep and never woke up. She was 21 so it can happen to pretty much anyone. It's very, very sad new. RIP Stephen. Thoughts and prayers with his family, partner and friends.

That's terrible, Jesus! Lord have mercy on her. I'm very sorry to hear that.
I've heard a few times over the years stories about people passing away in their sleep. All seem to've been heard snoring really loudly during the night. Whenever my oh takes a fit of loud snoring I always wake him up.

Ann22 · 11-10-2009 02:44PM

jos28 wrote: »

Gerard Keane(Boyzone solicitor) was interviewed on Newstalk this morning. He was the first person outside of Stephen's family to hear the sad news. According to him, Stephen's death was caused by a straightforward accident. He said that he would prefer not to release details yet but a statement would be issued later.
My sympathies to Stephen's partner and family. They must be devastated. Rest in Peace, Stephen.

The comment about an 'accident' could imply that he'd choked on his own vomit. That's a real danger, sleeping on your back when you're really drunk.

Agricola · 11-10-2009 02:48PM

The Late Late Show will be some blub-fest friday night. Tubridys getting quite a first few weeks. Darren Sutherlands Da, now this!

I cried watching Kelly Osbourne for other reasons!

Latchy · 11-10-2009 02:48PM

Only heard now through the thread after logging in

Unbelievable . He was so young

RIP

paddy_h · 11-10-2009 02:53PM

Just to correct a bit of information:
He didn't go to bed normally and die in his sleep.

He fell asleep on the couch, after a late night partying. At the very least, it is likely that there was significant drinking involved.

Alcohol poisoning can happen and people choking on their own vomit can happen. These are the most likely causes in my opinion. It hasn't been confirmed, but I'd be surprised if it were anything else.
The "accident" part suggest choking on vomit, but it could be something else of course.

So for anyone worried about going to bed normally and just not waking up, don't worry too much, that is very rare indeed. However, if you are the kind of person to go out and get as hammered as possible and not worry about the consequences, then it could be a wake up call.

Story confirming waking sleeping on couch after partying etc.
http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article6869895.ece

jumpguy · 11-10-2009 02:54PM

Always sad to hear someone dying at only 33. RIP.

me-skywalker · 11-10-2009 03:32PM

AutumnComission wrote: »

Stephen, U were a bright, shining star in life and you will be the same, and more, in death. Thanks for all the entertainment throughout the years. Since I was knee high and had my bedroom and bunk beds full of your posters all the way through to this summer when you dazzled in the O2 with the lads. Only you could have pulled off Beyonce's 'Put A Ring On It' with such energy and enthuasiasm - You could show her a thing or two about the booty shake!! You were a legend in my eyes and now theres a void in my heart. All my kindest thoughts to Andrew and your family and friends for I know they, and all your fans, have lost a genuine sweetheart. Thanks for everything and I hope you rest in peace knowing you made the world smile. Lots of Love. Cat XxX

MEGA LOLZ!!! hahaha this made me cry! hahaha

paddy_h wrote: »

Just to correct a bit of information:
He didn't go to bed normally and die in his sleep.

The "accident" part suggest choking on vomit, but it could be something else of course.

Choked on something else ;-)

Sharpshooter · 11-10-2009 03:37PM

Rabies wrote: »

Other thread deleted.
Too many jokes, there is place for that and its not here.

Any more in this thread and a warning, infractions and/or ban will happen.

You guys know how it works.

me-skywalker wrote: »

MEGA LOLZ!!! hahaha this made me cry! hahaha

Choked on something else ;-)

No more!

General Zod · 11-10-2009 03:46PM

RIP, never met the guy, but sounded like a nice bloke.

I doubt it was "natural causes" or "drink" but that's just my opinion.

Sharpshooter · 11-10-2009 03:57PM

General Zod wrote: »

RIP, never met the guy, but sounded like a nice bloke.

I doubt it was "natural causes" or "drink" but that's just my opinion.

The autopsy is not until Tuesday, so I guess it will be announced soon after.

LizT · 11-10-2009 03:59PM

toxiocology results won't be back until wednesday though.

General Zod · 11-10-2009 04:01PM

and if it's anything damaging to him it's not going to get out.

LizT · 11-10-2009 04:03PM

BBC is reporting Louis Walsh will not be appearing on the X factor tonight.

Not surprising really - there's no way he'd be able to do a live show.

Sharpshooter · 11-10-2009 04:07PM

lizt wrote: »

BBC is reporting Louis Walsh will not be appearing on the X factor tonight.

Not surprising really - there's no way he'd be able to do a live show.

He's on his way to Majorca to be with the rest of the lads.

LizT · 11-10-2009 04:08PM

Sharpshooter wrote: »

He's on his way to Majorca to be with the rest of the lads.

Probably the best place for him to be at this time...

11-10-2009 04:37PM

lizt wrote: »

BBC is reporting Louis Walsh will not be appearing on the X factor tonight.

Not surprising really - there's no way he'd be able to do a live show.

pretty sure it was pre recorded last night anyways so donno how that'll work out

11-10-2009 04:38PM

me-skywalker wrote: »

MEGA LOLZ!!! hahaha this made me cry! hahaha

Choked on something else ;-)

Also fingers crossed you choke, pr*ck

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