
BREAKING: Reality star David Gest has been found dead in UK hotel
According to numerous emerging reports, David Gest has died at the age of 62.
It is understood that the reality television star and music producer was found dead at the Four Seasons hotel in Canary Wharf, London earlier today.
Releasing a statement to the press, a Scotland Yard spokesman confirmed: "Police were called at 10.17 on Tuesday 12 April to the Four Seasons hotel, in Westferry Circus, E14, to reports of an unexplained death of a man in his 60s."
"London Ambulance Service were called to the scene. Life was pronounced extinct at the hotel," he added.
Commenting on the tragic news, David's friend Imad Handi said: 'It is with great sadness that I can confirm that David Gest has died today. David was truly larger than life. He was not just a huge talent and a dear friend but a showbiz icon."
What an amazing man and a pleasure to have had times with u me and jezz gutted! Love u alwaysamazing person heartbroken devastated X
— Stephanie Davis (@Stephdavis77) April 12, 2016
Can't believe your gone RIP David Gest. What a beautiful human xxxx
— Scotty T (@ScottGShore) April 12, 2016
David Gest, who was once married to singer Liza Minnelli, most recently appeared on Celebrity Big Brother before leaving two weeks into the series, and his former housemates have wasted no time expressing their condolences.
Absolutely beside myself David Guest I you so much so so sad to hear this will never forget you X the phone calls I will miss so much RIP
— Gemma Collins (@missgemcollins) April 12, 2016
Our thoughts go out to his family and friends today.




























