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Motion · S6M-05788 · 29 Aug 2022

In Memory of the Life of Darius Campbell Danesh

Lodged by Rona Mackay Standard Motion 34 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament offers its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the multi-talented singer-songwriter, actor and film producer, Darius Campbell Danesh, from Bearsden, who passed away at the tragically young age of 41 in Minnesota, United States, on 11 August 2022; acknowledges his outstanding contribution to the arts, including the accolade of having his debut album, Dive In, being certified Platinum in the UK in 2004 and his first single, Colourblind, topping the UK charts; celebrates his enormous contribution to theatre, including, in 2005, becoming the youngest actor to fill the role of Billy Flynn in the history of the West End production of Chicago, at the age of 25; recognises his lasting impact as an ambassador for the Prince's Trust, helping disadvantaged youth, as well as supporting the Lymphoma Association and Cancer Research UK; acknowledges the phenomenal support of his parents Avril and Booth, and brothers Aria and Cyrus, in encouraging and supporting Darius to pursue his dreams, and sends every kind wish of comfort to all those whose lives Darius touched in the constituency of Strathkelvin and Bearsden and beyond.

Supporters (34)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.