His manager Denise Beighton revealed the news, saying: 'Heartbroken to wake up to the news that you're gone. I have no words right now, rest easy beautiful boy.'

Singer and songwriter Danny Dearden has sadly passed away following a long illness - aside from appearing on The X Factor, his work racked up millions of streams on Spotify

Former X Factor contestant Danny Dearden, who was mentored by Mel B and went on to achieve streaming success and campaign against bullying, has died aged 34.

Former X Factor star Danny Dearden - who got through to Mel B's judge's house and later carved a successful career as a musician - has tragically died, according to his manager