September 2nd 2024.
The music industry has lost a talented soul as news of Gary Phelan's passing at the age of 42 has surfaced. Gary, who rose to fame as a contestant on the second season of the popular talent show Fame Academy, passed away last month in Dubai, as confirmed by tributes shared on social media. While the cause of his death remains unknown, a JustGiving page has been set up to raise funds to bring his body back home.
Gary's friends and colleagues have poured in their condolences and fond memories of the singer. One friend, who had the opportunity to share the stage with him, wrote a heartfelt tribute, reminiscing about the good times they had together in their twenties. "We partied, we played and we worked our a****s off," he wrote, reflecting on the journey they embarked on together, touring the UK and recording in top studios. "Gary opened up the world for me musically and professionally and we shared some once in a life time moments together," he added, expressing his gratitude towards the late singer.
After his stint on Fame Academy, Gary moved to Dubai, where he continued pursuing his passion for music. His close friends paid tribute to him, sharing the news of his untimely demise and the efforts being made to bring his body back home. The post also included a link to the JustGiving page, urging people to contribute towards the cause of bringing Gary back to his family.
His former manager, Simon Hanning, also shared a touching tribute on his Facebook page, expressing his shock and devastation upon hearing the news. "He was loved by so many people, and I am already missing our chats, his latest songs and our general banter," he wrote, remembering the good times they shared together. The JustGiving page, set up to help bring Gary's body back home, successfully raised over £11,000, and an update confirmed that his body was brought back to the UK over the weekend.
Gary's journey in the music industry began in 2003, when he participated in Fame Academy, eventually being eliminated as the fourth singer. However, he didn't let that discourage him and went on to record and perform new music, touring the country. His recent move to Dubai brought new opportunities, and he continued to share his love for music through performances at various events. His last social media post was in July, where he shared his gigs for the week and also showed his support for the English football team during the Euros final.
The loss of Gary Phelan has left a void in the music industry, and his friends, family, and fans will always remember him as a talented singer and a dear friend.
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