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Metro
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
X Factor star cancels Pride performance almost one year after boyfriend's death
Union J star Jaymi Hensley, 35, revealed he has cancelled his Pride gig for 'personal reasons' 11 months after his fiancé's sudden death. His partner, Oliver Marmon, died aged 33 in August 2024 after tragically falling from a hotel window in Wellingborough just weeks before their wedding. Marmon's funeral took place in September on what would have been their wedding day, with Hensley writing: 'I will never be ready, I miss you so much! I love you more than I've ever loved any one.' The singer rose to fame as part of the X Factor boy band Union J – also made up of Josh Cuthbert, JJ Hamlet and George Shelley – who appeared on the reality show in 2012. Now a solo artist, Hensley was set to perform at Worthing Pride over the weekend (July 4 and 5) but revealed he was pulling out. He wrote on his story: 'Guys I'm really sorry for those who were coming to see me but for personal reasons I'm unable to perform at Worthing Pride tomorrow. 'I really hope you understand I never cancel unless it is necessary.' The music artist, who goes by the double-barrelled surname Henlsey-Marmon on social media, has been open about his grief journey on social media since his partner's death. In a post at the end of June, he shared his bittersweet feelings at going on holiday to Marseille – and shared a clip of a butterfly that stayed with him for 30 minutes. 'Felt tearful this morning, have arrived in Marseille which was the last point me and Oliver did exactly two weeks before he left, went out to the deck and this little guy hasn't left me alone for 30 mins,' he wrote. Meanwhile, in March, he shared a collection of snaps of him and Marmon over the years to mark 15 years since he asked Marmon to marry him. 'What I wouldn't give to go back to that day just to feel that happiness for one minute again! I miss you so much. 'I'm in love with you more today than I have ever been in my life, but the hardest part is knowing that no matter how hard I wish or want, I will never get to feel the happiness again with you I felt over the last 15 years!' he reflected to his followers. At the time of Marmon's death, a 34-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder before later being released. More Trending In September, an inquest found his cause of death was as a result of 'head injuries pending further testing.' Marmons' mother also paid tribute to her son at the time calling him 'so special' and her 'best friend'. She added: 'We spoke every single day. He called me mummy, he used to call me his guardian angel. View More » 'Oliver was so caring, loving, quiet and always put others before himself. He was a very talented hairdresser, and it was a passion he took seriously.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: X Factor legend breaks down in tears after being forced to cancel string of shows
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Pop star and former X Factor singer reveals he's cancelled show at Pride nearly a year after boyfriend's tragic death
His partner fell from an open hotel window to his death no show Pop star and former X Factor singer reveals he's cancelled show at Pride nearly a year after boyfriend's tragic death Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN X Factor star has revealed he has cancelled a planned Pride concert - almost a year on from the tragic death of his fiancé. Jaymi Hensley, 35, rose to fame as a member of hit boyband, Union J. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Singer Jaymi Hensley has cancelled his gig at Worthing Pride Credit: Getty 5 It comes almost a year after the tragic death of his partner, Olly Credit: Instagram 5 Jaymi shared this message online Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk He has performed as a solo artist alongside his Union J duties but has revealed that he has cancelled a scheduled appearance at Worthing Pride for undisclosed reasons. Taking to Instagram, Jaymi typed out a message to his followers to reveal he would no longer be performing as originally planned. Jaymi said: "Guys I'm really sorry for those who were coming to see me but for personal reasons I'm unable to perform at Worthing Pride tomorrow. "I really hope you understand I never cancel unless it absolutely necessary." Jaymi did not add any further details on why he had pulled out of the performance at the LGBTQ+ event. Last year, Jaymi's world came crashing down following the death of his partner, Olly Marmon, 33, who plunged more than 30ft from their second floor hotel suite. Olly is understood to have fallen through a small open second floor window onto a footpath in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Guests at the Hind Hotel rushed outside to try to save Olly but the stylist was later pronounced dead at the scene. A source close to the pop star's family said the tragedy was "unbelievable" at the time. Union J star Jaymi had been in a relationship with hairstylist Olly since 2009 and they got engaged in 2014. X Factor star's fiance suffered head injury after falling from hotel window just weeks before wedding, inquest hears Emergency services rushed to the three-star Hind Hotel in Wellingborough, Northampton, after Olly fell at around 11.30pm. Olly's family shared photos of the star, along with tributes to their 'spiritual, gentle soul' who was 'beautiful both inside and out.' Jaymi was one of the founding members of Union J in 2011 - although the group was originally a trio known as Triple J. They auditioned for the ninth series of The X Factor, becoming Union J after fellow contestant George Shelley joined Jaymi, and bandmates JJ Hamblett and Josh Cuthbert. The foursome came fifth in the competition, which was eventually won by solo singer James Arthur - beating Rylan into fifth, in the same series as Ella Henderson. The group signed to Sony Music subsidiary RCA Records, releasing debut single 'Carry You' in June 2013. Their self-titled debut studio album followed in October 2013 and peaked at number 6 on the UK Albums Chart. They left RCA Records in April 2014 and signed with Epic Records. A second LP, named 'You Got It All – The Album' came out the following December. George left the group in 2016 before Josh walked out two years later - leaving Jaymi and JJ as a duo, before the pair officially disbanded in 2019. They announced a reunion show at London Palladium in 2022 to celebrate Union J's 10th anniversary and a comeback tour - only for Jaymi to sensationally quit ahead of the gigs. 5 Jaymi rose to fame in Union J Credit: Getty Images - Getty
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Pop star and former X Factor singer reveals he's cancelled show at Pride nearly a year after boyfriend's tragic death
AN X Factor star has revealed he has cancelled a planned Pride concert - almost a year on from the tragic death of his fiancé. Jaymi Hensley, 35, rose to fame as a member of hit boyband, Union J. 5 Singer Jaymi Hensley has cancelled his gig at Worthing Pride Credit: Getty 5 It comes almost a year after the tragic death of his partner, Olly Credit: Instagram 5 Jaymi shared this message online Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk He has performed as a solo artist alongside his Union J duties but has revealed that he has cancelled a scheduled appearance at Worthing Pride for undisclosed reasons. Taking to Instagram, Jaymi typed out a message to his followers to reveal he would no longer be performing as originally planned. Jaymi said: "Guys I'm really sorry for those who were coming to see me but for personal reasons I'm unable to perform at Worthing Pride tomorrow. "I really hope you understand I never cancel unless it absolutely necessary." Read More on Jaymi Jaymi did not add any further details on why he had pulled out of the performance at the LGBTQ+ event. Last year, Jaymi's world came crashing down following the death of his partner, Olly Marmon, 33, who Olly is understood to have fallen through a small open second floor window onto a footpath in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Guests at the Hind Hotel rushed outside to try to save Olly but the stylist was later pronounced dead at the scene. Most read in Showbiz A source close to the pop star's family said the tragedy was "unbelievable" at the time. Union J star Jaymi had been in a relationship with hairstylist Olly since 2009 and they got engaged in 2014. X Factor star's fiance suffered head injury after falling from hotel window just weeks before wedding, inquest hears Emergency services rushed to the three-star Hind Hotel in Wellingborough, Northampton, after Olly fell at around 11.30pm. Olly's family shared photos of the star, along with tributes to their 'spiritual, gentle soul' who was 'beautiful both inside and out.' Jaymi was one of the founding members of Union J in 2011 - although the group was originally a trio known as Triple J. They auditioned for the ninth series of The X Factor, becoming Union J after fellow contestant George Shelley joined Jaymi, and bandmates JJ Hamblett and Josh Cuthbert. The foursome came fifth in the competition, which was eventually won by solo singer James Arthur - beating Rylan into fifth, in the same series as The group signed to Sony Music subsidiary RCA Records, releasing debut single 'Carry You' in June 2013. Their self-titled debut studio album followed in October 2013 and peaked at number 6 on the UK Albums Chart. They left RCA Records in April 2014 and signed with Epic Records. A second LP, named 'You Got It All – The Album' came out the following December. George left the group in 2016 before Josh walked out two years later - leaving Jaymi and JJ as a duo, before the pair officially disbanded in 2019. They announced a reunion show at London Palladium in 2022 to celebrate Union J's 10th anniversary and a comeback tour - only for Jaymi to sensationally quit ahead of the gigs. 5 Jaymi rose to fame in Union J Credit: Getty Images - Getty 5 Jaymi and Olly had been due to marry Credit: Instagram
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Pride event goes ahead despite funding concerns
A Pride event has gone ahead despite previous concerns it would have to be cancelled because organisers had failed to raise enough money. Previous Worthing Pride parades had cost about £6,000, with a main sponsor usually covering half that amount. In April, event organiser Gary Richardson said he had unsuccessfully been trying to secure sponsorship. But the two-day event returned to Steyne Gardens on Friday. The event is being headlined by Natasha Hamilton on Saturday, who is best known for being part of pop group Atomic Kitten. Louisa Johnson, who won season 12 of The X Factor, was also scheduled to perform. Hundreds attended the event in 2024, with about 500 people expected to have taken part in the parade. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Hundreds turn out to mark Worthing Pride parade Brighton Pride makes changes to street party plans Pride parade faces axe over sponsors Pride in London returns as events struggle with falling funds Worthing Pride
BBC News
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Worthing Pride goes ahead despite funding concerns
A Pride event has gone ahead despite previous concerns it would have to be cancelled because organisers had failed to raise enough Worthing Pride parades had cost about £6,000, with a main sponsor usually covering half that amount. In April, event organiser Gary Richardson said he had unsuccessfully been trying to secure the two-day event returned to Steyne Gardens on event is being headlined by Natasha Hamilton on Saturday, who is best known for being part of pop group Atomic Kitten. Louisa Johnson, who won season 12 of The X Factor, was also scheduled to attended the event in 2024, with about 500 people expected to have taken part in the parade.
