Almost one year after the tragic death of former Rock School star Lil' Chris, an inquest has taken place to establish the exact causes surrounding the end of his life. He released a Christmas single, called Christmas Number One (#FeedEmYellowSnow), with Lloyd Wilkinson in 2013 and went on a special tour. The Rock School star, who was found hanged on March 23 last year, was later offered a solo deal and went on to have a top five hit with Checkin' It Out in 2006. An inquest into the death of Chris Hardman, who was 24 and from Lowestoft, in Suffolk, has found he died from hanging. Chris made guest appearances on a number of TV shows, including CBBC's SMart and TMi, the latter of which Caroline Flack referenced in her tribute to the 24-year-old today. He was also famous from other names as Lil' Chris. Rock School star Lil' Chris died by hanging, an inquest has confirmed. "He was committed to helping others find better ways of overcoming this illness and publicly said he wished to find a cure. Where it was the president who banned social media, The men vying to take Merkel's top job in Germany, BBC Worklife: The women running companies in 1870BC, Wikipedia at 20: The encyclopedia in five articles. Chris was set to make it big in the music world and even appeared on The Sharon Osborne Show. REALITY TV star and singer Lil' Chris was found hanging at his home by a friend, an inquest has heard. He wrote: "Thinking about quitting music forever...there has to come a time eventually when I have to face reality. it's because my video quality is crap, and out of timing. Lil' Chris killed himself aged 24 after struggling with fame. Hardman suffered from depression as his career faltered and he was unable to find work. Analysis: Is lockdown finally working in Suffolk? Lil' Chris dead at 24: tributes pour in for popstar as police confirm investigation "He was a super talented guy, so naturally gifted." He then released his debut album Lil' Chris in January 2006 and built a large fanbase, mostly made up of teenage girls. Chris found fame after appearing in series two of Channel 4's Rock School, which was filmed in late 2005 and aired in the January. 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In October 2014 he tweeted, "Depression really sucks. The tragic circumstances of the death of singer Lil' Chris have been revealed to an inquest. In the last episode of the series the band went on on the road to open for Judas Priest, Rob Zombie and Anthrax at in California. The sudden death of the actor/singer comes as a shock to his friends, family and fans. Lil' Chris killed himself after struggling with pressures of fame. Inside the world's richest e-sports player's mansion. Suffolk Police have revealed they were called to a property in Lowestoft, south east England, at 11.45am on Monday (23.03.15) following reports of a “sudden death”, and while […] Hardman's last single, called Christmas Number One, was released in December 2013. 1 Background 2 Audition 3 Vegas Round 4 Quarterfinals 5 External Links At the age of five, Lil Chris began to capture audiences and astound them with his singing and dancing. Lil Chris . TV presenter and Strictly Come Dancing champion Caroline Flack tweeted: "He was a regular guest on [CBBC show] TMi Friday. Hailed as "The New Anthem of Chicago." Police investigating the sudden death of a man in Lowestoft today confirmed they are not treating it as suspicious. An autopsy report later this week should unveil the cause of the young man's death. 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He was a student at Kirkley High School. Legend says that unless six ravens are kept at the Tower of London at all times, the kingdom of Britain will fall - luckily there are still seven left, Woman told her outfit was 'showing too much skin' to board Virgin flight, Catherine Bampton says she was waiting to board a flight when a member of staff told her she would have to put on a different top as the pilot doesn't like passengers "showing too much skin". AN inquest into the death of singer Lil' Chris has found that he killed himself after struggling with fame. Such a shame.Really nice guy and positive role model for our area." He was a regular guest on TMI. RIP, Lil' Chris." ", When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Speaking soon after his death, Mr Hardman's family said he was "a huge personality who will be missed by everyone who knew him". The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. However, earlier this month, the troubled musician admitted he was considering giving up his career as a singer. Pop singer Lil’ Chris has died at the age of 24, according to reports. The following day he attempted to contact his GP and mental health workers about concerns with his medication but there was no indication he posed an immediate risk to himself. Such a shame. Love you mate. Hopefully this time for a little longer! McBusted drummer Harry Judd tweeted: "Shocked and saddened to hear the news about Lil' Chris. The legendary rocker has since tweeted about Chris' death, telling his Twitter followers that the young man "was loved". He died on March 23, 2015 in Lowestoft. Singles. Lil' Chris' last tweet was a positive. The singer, who still had more than 20,000 followers on Twitter, was vocal about suffering with depression, mentioning the illness in two separate tweets in 2014. Reality TV star made famous by Channel 4's Rock School died after friend found him hanging at Lowestoft home, Suffolk inquest hears "Rest in peace brother bear. He also released his second album What's It All About in the same year. Almost one year after the tragic death of former Rock School star Lil' Chris, an inquest has taken place to establish the exact causes surrounding the end of his life. Profession. He was eliminated in the Quarterfinals. Lil' Chris, who launched a singing career after he found fame on reality show Rock School, has died. He died on March 23, 2015 in Lowestoft. Judd said he was ‘shocked and saddened’ to hear the news of the singer’s sudden death, calling Lil’ Chris to a ‘little star and an awesome guy’. Lowestoft boxer Anthony Ogogo, who went to the same school as the singer, called him a "super-talented kid". An autopsy report later this week should unveil the cause of the young man's death. Le mois dernier, les médias britanniques signalaient la mort du jeune Lil' Chris, chanteur révélé par l'émission Rock School. Mar 23, 2015. Mr Hardman had spent the night before his death "chilling" with friends at his flat in Lowestoft, Suffolk. 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Chris Hardman Aka Lil' Chris. That's so sad.". Our. The 24-year-old, whose real name was Chris Hardman, starred in the Channel 4 programme set at Kirkley High School in Lowestoft, Suffolk. London: Lil’ Chris’ death is not being treated as suspicious, Suffolk Police have confirmed, while an outpouring of tributes have been paid online by celebrities and fans. At the inquest, his mother recalled the moment he was selected for the TV series, saying he was hugely excited. Really nice guy and positive role model for our area," he added. "Depression really sucks. Dutch government to quit over welfare fraud scandal, North Korea unveils new submarine-launched missile, The 69-year-old trolled for her 'too sexy' photos, Rise and fall of the Spanish state's secret fixer, .css-1snjdh1-IconContainer{display:none;height:0.875em;width:0.875em;vertical-align:-0.0625em;margin-right:0.25em;}Inside the world's richest e-sports player's mansion. An inquest into the death of Chris Hardman, who was 24 and from Lowestoft, in Suffolk, has found he died from hanging. "A postmortem examination is to take place in due course and an inquest will be opened.". Lil' Chris' death is not being treated as suspicious. The singer hosted Everybody Loves Lil' Chris on T4 interviewing a number of celebrities and hosting live music performances and 'challenges' for the guests to carry out. He was Music (Singer) by profession. The pop star, whose real name was Chris … Learning how to notice it can save lives and your own feelings at times. The programme saw KISS star Gene Simmons attempt to form a rock band from children at Kirkley High School in Lowestoft, Suffolk. He had recently performed in the stage musical Loserville. Chris also carried on writing songs and was aiming to release new music this year. 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In July 2012 Lil' Chris played the role of Francis Weir in Loserville: The Musical in Leeds and the show later transferred to the West End until January 2013. Lil Chris wanted to "educate people because there is such a stigma about mental health", said Hannah "We've always grown up in a close family," added Hannah. Chris Hardman, better known by his stage name of Lil Chris, has sadly passed away. Reality TV star and singer Lil' Chris has died aged 24 in his hometown of Lowestoft. "Despite this, his concern was always his family and his friends, whose happiness was his priority.". Suicide. "Thoughts go out to his family. Chris Hardman Aka Lil’ Chris. If you are affected by this story and are in need of help, contact the Samaritans on their new free-to-call number 116 123. An inquest into the death of Chris Hardman, aka Lil’ Chris, has opened, with the cause of the singer’s death cited as hanging.. Hardman passed away in … Lil' Chris was only 15 when he became the focus of the second series of the Channel 4 reality show Rock School as it began airing in January 2006. Mr Sutton said in a statement that Mr Hardman was admitted to the Priory Hospital in November 2014 after an incident in London. An inquest into the death of reality TV star and singer Lil' Chris has heard that the 24-year-old was found hanging by a friend. He wrote: "I can not believe I'm doing this and I'm completely devastated. Donald Trump's impeachment has been passed, making him the first US President ever to be impeached twice. Take time to understand it, for everybody." Always always such a polite lovely guy. English singer and actor who released a debut album called Lil Chris in December 2006 and starred in several British TV shows, including The Wall. The pop star, known as Lil' Chris, shot to … In April 2014 he tweeted: "I hope to one day create a way out of depression that doesn't mean taking your own life. Lil' Chris, whose real name was Chris Hardman, rose to fame in Channel 4's Rock School. Lil Chris real name was Christopher James Hardman. He was 81, Gabriel Martinelli avoids "heartbreaking" scenario in further boost to in-form Arsenal, Gabriel Martinelli looked to have suffered another injury before Saturday's win against Newcastle but has quickly returned to Arsenal training. What does impeachment mean and can Donald Trump be removed from office early? Relatives of singer Lil' Chris, who was found dead last week, said he had mental health issues and depression. The album was then subsequently launched alongside Hardman's Everybody Loves Lil' Chris TV series for Channel 4 in an attempt to boost sales, but only managed to peak at #94 on the UK Albums Chart. https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/lil-chris-killed-himself-aged-7331370 Parks & Recreation season 3 saw Pawnee say "goodbye" to Lil' Sebastian, but his death wasn't in the original plan for the episode. Cause of Death. He had his first hit single, Checkin' It Out, after he appeared on the show in 2006. Chris Hardman, Actor: Dani's House. Video, Inside the world's richest e-sports player's mansion, Nazi camp no place for sledging, authorities warn, NYC bendy bus left drooping from overpass, Brazil Covid variant already in UK, scientist says, Fake news 'causing UK South Asians to reject jab', Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package, New York Dolls guitarist Sylvain Sylvain dies, Uganda president in early lead as rival cries foul. Researchers say the new variant could be contributing to soaring infections in Brazil's Amazonas state. Death Date. Lil Chris was a singer act from Season 5 of America's Got Talent. Below is all you want to know, and more! Chilling new details emerge about Chris Cornell’s death. Lil’ Chris has tragically passed away at the age of 24. Real name Chris Hardman, he was just … Suffolk Police said it was not treating the death, reported on Monday, as suspicious. The Cure. Mr Dean recorded a conclusion that Mr Hardman took his own life after the inquest held in Bury St Edmunds. At 11.48am his flatmate AJ Sutton returned to find him hanging. Lil Chris' sister has paid tribute to the singer after his family attended the inquest into his death today. Take time to understand it, for everybody.". After the 11:35 p.m. call between Chris and Vicky Cornell, she called Kirsten around 12:15 a.m. expressing concern about her husband's well-being. Age of Death. By Daragh Brophy Tuesday 24 Mar 2015, 6:03 PM. Singer Lil' Chris' death was caused by hanging, an inquest has heard.. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Lil Chris’s cause of death was hanging, an inquest has heard. Boxer Anthony Ogogo, who went to the same school as Lil' Chris said, "Thoughts go out to his family. Lil' Chris found hanging by friend, inquest hears. Chris Hardman, the pop-rock singer-songwriter better known as Lil' Chris, was found dead at the age of 24. Chris was selected as the frontman of the band Hoax UK, which was the slogan on Chris' cap. On 3 March 2015 Hardman tweeted, "Thinking about quitting music forever...there has to come a time eventually when I have to face reality… He performed as a support act for McFly the following year on their Up Close and Personal tour across the country for 24 dates. Chris also revealed he was working on new music during the same year, which was his first album since 2008. He was born on August 26, 1990 at Lowestoft, Suffolk, England. The Suffolk-born star - whose full name is Christopher James Hardman - was a singer-songwriter, actor and TV personality. Parks & Recreation introduced viewers to Pawnee’s very own treasure: Lil’ Sebastian, a mini-horse who, sadly, didn’t live for long after his first appearance in the show. 0. 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RIP, Lil' Chris." … The pop singer Lil Chris died at the age of 24 . explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. .css-14iz86j-BoldText{font-weight:bold;}Lil' Chris, who launched a singing career after he found fame on reality show Rock School, has died. Chris Hardman was born on August 26, 1990 in Lowestoft, Suffolk, England as Christopher James Hardman. 1,026 talking about this. Share Share Tweet Email. The pair had been friends since 2009 and Mr Hardman had regularly spoken of relaunching his musical career. enjoy! Lil' Chris: Graduate of television's 'Rock School' whose star burned brightly for a few years. What happens to your body in extreme heat? Singer Lil' Chris's death was caused by hanging, an inquest has heard. The force was called to an address in Union Road, Lowestoft, at around 11:45 GMT to reports a man had died suddenly, a spokeswoman said. 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