Here is a timeline of events following the death of Stuart Lubbock at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore. PA Media. But it's been 20 years. Since the reward was offered and the programme aired, an Essex Police spokesman said: "Following our renewed appeal for information about the rape and murder of Stuart Lubbock we have received a number of calls with information. February: The IPCC publishes the findings of a review of the police investigation into Mr Lubbock's death, including that officers missed crucial evidence and did not ensure vital forensic tests were completed until six years later. ', March: Terry Lubbock hints at the possibility of fresh evidence emerging, telling PA: 'I wouldn't be surprised if someone cracks soon under all this pressure and decides to get it off their chest once and for all.'. No further charges are brought. People present at the party, aside from Stuart and Michael Barrymore, included the star's boyfriend at the time, Jonathan Kenney, former dustman Justin Merritt and his sister Kylie, chef James Futers, Barrymore's neighbour Simon Shaw as well as friends Claire Jones and Kelly Campbell, two teenagers who met the star in a club on the night of the party. Cops announced this morning a 50-year-old … The glamour model made the comments after watching Channel 4 documentary Barrymore: The Body in the pool. Detectives investigating the indecent assault and murder of Stuart Lubbock at the home of Michael Barrymore have arrested a 50-year-old man in Cheshire. Having won the TV show New Faces, Michael's big break came when he joined Russ Abbot's Television Madhouse. 'Following the arrest, we immediately notified the Lubbock family. Stuart Lubbock, 31, was found dead at Barrymore's home in Roydon, Essex, on 31 March 2001, having suffered serious sexual injuries. December: Barrymore admits cocaine possession and is fined £780. Michael Barrymore: Father of man found dead in star's pool calls for new inquest. December: Amid reports that he has received a £1.4 million tax bill, he leaves the UK to live in New Zealand with his long-term partner Shaun Davis. Mr Lubbock was discovered in a pool at the home of TV presenter Michael Barrymore. Michael Barrymore said he felt responsible for death of Stuart Lubbock during interview shown on Barrymore: The Body in the Pool 11 Stuart's body was found in Barrymore's swimming pool. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. A 50-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of the indecent assault and murder of Stuart Lubbock at the home of Michael Barrymore. He would tell a court how the TV star offered him 'white powder' shortly after he arrived at the house for the party. Michael Barrymore, Actor: Spice World. He later died in hospital. Asked if he had anything fresh to offer the police, he said: 'I honestly wish I did', adding that he had been 'through 20 years of Hell'. During court testimony, he recounted how he spotted Mr Lubbock in the pool and jumped in to help him. Mr Futers had met Barrymore on several previous occasions to have a drink and 'play cards'. 'The arrest comes after significant new information came to light following our renewed appeal for information and offer of an enhanced reward, which coincided with a major TV documentary broadcast in February 2020. © 2021 BBC. Stuart Lubbock, 31, was found dead in the TV presenter's pool in Roydon, Essex, in March 2001. Stuart Lubbock, 31, … "I've always done everything anyone has asked of me," he said. Alcohol, cocaine and Ecstasy were also found in his system. View the profiles of people named Michael Barrymore. The crime scene was not properly secured after his death as officers at first assumed the factory worker had drowned. 'One or more of those party-goers are responsible for that serious sexual assault.'. Today's arrest in one of Britain's most famous unsolved crimes came as: Stuart Lubbock's death shocked Britain and ended Michael Barrymore's TV career overnight. Mr Merritt claimed to have shared a Jacuzzi with Mr Lubbock and last saw him alive 'bombing' in the pool and in high spirits. But Mr Lubbock, who lives in Harlow, said in January that he thought information must have emerged which justified a fresh inquiry by a coroner. Mr Shaw then left the home with Mr Futers as he thought 'what happened was a bit scary', and was joined by Barrymore. Responding to the criticism, a spokesperson for Channel Four said at the time that Barrymore had been 'given a fair opportunity to respond to significant allegations and his position was fairly reflected in the documentary'. On another occasion, she said she saw Barrymore with two men in a small room near his bedroom door. The glamour model made the comments after watching Channel 4 documentary Barrymore: The Body in the pool. The man … Barrymore read a statement on Twitter ahead of the programme saying he had been "bashed and bullied by the media" over the death in his pool. He said Mr Lubbock's father Terry's torment 'comes before me and everybody' but added: 'I can't live my life. They are now following up several calls, as the Mirror reported. 2001 March 31: Mr Lubbock, 31, of Harlow, Essex, is found dead at Barrymore… Barrymore later launched a high court case for £2.4million damages for wrongful arrest. 7,366,191 Celebrity Pictures! Stuart was found floating in Mr Barrymore's swimming pool but nobody has been brought to justice for causing his death, two decades ago this month. ITV also announces that it has 'no plans' to commission any further shows from the star. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. He later died in hospital. He said: 'I have had nothing to do with this whatsoever and yet I keep getting bashed and bullied by the media. December: Essex Police begin a new inquiry into Mr Lubbock's death. Detectives have arrested a 50-year-old man over the death of Stuart Lubbock, who died at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago.. Essex Police said the man, who has not been named, was arrested “in connection with the indecent assault and murder of Stuart Lubbock”. Speaking about the airing of the documentary in February last year, Terry Lubbock said: 'This documentary is about the questions around what happened to my son, Stuart Lubbock. He, along with Barrymore and Kenney, were arrested on suspicion of murder before ultimately being released. Detectives have arrested a 50-year-old man over the death of the 31-year-old butcher. Ms Merritt infamously took a lie detector test for the News of the World, which suggested she was not being truthful when questioned about what happened that day. 'The 31-year-old had been attending a party at the house with eight other people. Terry Lubbock, who has terminal cancer, said some people who were at the party must be living under 'terrible' pressure. The glamour model made the comments after watching Channel 4 documentary Barrymore: The Body in the pool. The man … Former dustman Justin, 46, was unemployed when he went back to Barrymore's house along with his sister Kylie. Michael Barrymore was criticised for leaving his home soon after Mr Lubbock was found floating in the outside pool of his £2million home, which was sold for just £1.4million last year. I'm extremely ill with cancer, I've only got weeks to live but I won't give up on Stuart until I die. June: Barrymore and two other men are arrested and questioned on suspicion of seriously sexually assaulting and murdering Mr Lubbock. She would later tell police how she saw Barrymore rummaging through drawers and changing his clothes before police arrived. 'We have never given up on finding out exactly what happened to Stuart and we will not stop in our pursuit of justice for him and for his family and friends.'. February: A Channel 4 documentary about Mr Lubbock's death prompts Barrymore to issue a fresh denial of any wrongdoing, saying: 'I have had nothing to do with this whatsoever and yet I keep getting bashed and bullied by the media. Last year Detective Chief Inspector Stephen Jennings, who is now in charge of the case, revealed that two items possibly used in the brutal assault on Mr Lubbock - a pool thermometer and outhouse handle - went missing. Discovered in Michael Barrymore’s pool in March 2001 after a party at his then Roydon, Essex home . I've only got the one story,' he said. Miss Merritt would later claim that she had then seen Mr Lubbock 'larking about' by himself in the swimming pool. Ms Jones also told police that when Barrymore left the house he had a 'bundle of material' under his arm. However, he doesn’t post often. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) also launches an inquiry into the original police investigation surrounding Mr Lubbock's death. Finally. Detectives investigating the murder and indecent assault of Stuart Lubbock at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago have arrested … The star, who made millions as one of the UK's top TV personalities of the 1980s and 1990s, has always denied playing any part in his murder. Speaking following news of an arrest today, Mr Lubbock's father Terry, 76, said: 'There is just so much going on in my head. Stuart Lubbock, 31, was discovered in the TV presenter’s pool on 31 March 2001 after a party at his then home in Roydon, Essex. The policeman said at the time: 'I believe that he [Mr Lubbock] was raped and murdered that night. Life … August: A High Court judge rules Barrymore is entitled to 'more than nominal' damages against Essex Police over the wrongful arrest which he said destroyed his career. No charges were brought due to lack of evidence. He said: 'It's a joke, isn't it? Michael Barrymore pool death: Man arrested over murder at entertainer's home in 2001 Image: Stuart Lubbock was found dead at Michael Barrymore's home during a party in 2001 Detectives investigating the indecent assault and murder of a man at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago have arrested a 50-year-old man in Cheshire.Stuart 1 of 6. Within three years of the murder he was declared bankrupt and has barely worked again since, but has always denied having anything to do with Stuart's death. The siblings, along with Barrymore and Mr Lubbock shared a taxi back to the house. Last year a Channel 4 documentary examined the events of the night Stuart died including claims Mr Barrymore was drunk and told a taxi driver who drove him to the party at his home: 'I could do with a f*** right now.'. A post-mortem examination found Stuart had suffered horrific anal injuries which are believed to be the result of a serious sexual assault prior to his death'. Stuart Lubbock, who died at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago. Jodie Marsh has let rip at Michael Barrymore in a savage Twitter attack. A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the indecent assault and murder of a man found dead at Michael Barrymore's home. Michael Barrymore was born in Bermondsey London in 1952, the breeding ground for many famous stars, including Charlie Chaplin, Max Bygraves and Tommy Steele. January: Barrymore returns to screens in the UK as a Celebrity Big Brother housemate. Jodie Marsh has let rip at Michael Barrymore in a savage Twitter attack. After emerging from the house, Barrymore holds a tearful two-hour meeting with Mr Lubbock's father Terry in a London hotel. Michael Barrymore has several social media accounts, including on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. A new series of Kids Say the Funniest Things recorded prior to the scandal was pulled from the ITV schedule and never broadcast. The investigation has so far been carried out by Essex Police. Stuart's death in 2001 ended Mr Barrymore's TV career at a time when he was one of Britain's most famous and highest paid stars. Essex Police have confirmed {that a} 50-year-old man, whose title was not launched, was arrested in Cheshire in reference to 31-year-old Stuart Lubbock’s 2001 loss of life. The documentary revisited the tragic house party in which Stuart Lubbock was found dead in the Michael Barrymore's outdoor pool. He said: 'I will continue to fight for justice until my last breath'; Friends of Mr Lubbock say they hope that they will finally get justice for him as 20th anniversary of his death approaches; Police reveal that the decision to increase the reward to £40,000 has led to significant new evidence about the case being given to detectives; Police cordon off builders' yard containing skip in Sarah... Was 20-year-old pregnant woman the first victim of... MPs vote in favour of new law cracking down on 'annoying'... What happened to Blessing Olusegun? A district judge in Southend, Essex, rules there is insufficient evidence for a hearing on six offences - four related to the misuse of drugs, one alleging drunk and disorderly behaviour and one alleging assault. After the documentary Barrymore, 68, posted a video on Twitter in which he protested his innocence and offered his 'heartfelt sympathies' to Mr Lubbock's family. Kenney, 50, from Blackpool in Lancashire, was Barrymore's boyfriend at the time of Mr Lubbock's death. He had walked up to Barrymore outside the nightclub earlier and said: 'I'll look after you. By Martin Robinson, Chief Reporter and James Robinson for MailOnline, Published: 09:06 GMT, 17 March 2021 | Updated: 13:53 GMT, 17 March 2021. "We will follow up all lines of inquiry.". In 2007 Barrymore was arrested in connection with the death but was later released without charge and his arrest found to be unlawful. He had been at the nightclub with Barrymore that night and had agreed to go back to his house for an 'impromptu' gathering. In a Channel 4 documentary about the case, he admitted crime scene mistakes had happened at the time, with police quick to believe the death was an accident. February: Mr Lubbock's family is blocked from launching a private prosecution against the celebrity. "Essex Police's own QC has said that 'we know Mr Barrymore has had nothing to do with this and that there is no evidence linking him with the injuries to Mr Lubbock or the pool'. A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the indecent assault and murder of a man found dead at Michael Barrymore's home. The scars left by a school bombing. Now is the time to come forward, if you haven't done so already, to set this matter to rest by providing us with any information you have.'. ', 'I don't know any of them. Mr Lubbock reportedly tells the entertainer … Jodie Marsh has let rip at Michael Barrymore in a savage Twitter attack. Following a documentary which aired almost a year ago, police said they believe Stuart Lubbock was raped and murdered. He also said that Channel 4 bosses 'refused' to show him the documentary – called Barrymore: The Body in the Pool – or tell him what is in it. Stuart Lubbock, 31, was found dead in Michael Barrymore’s swimming pool in March 2001 DETECTIVES HAVE ARRESTED a 50-year-old man over the death of … She said: 'The man who was arrested in Cheshire continues to be questioned by our detectives. Jodie Marsh has let rip at Michael Barrymore in a savage Twitter attack. Mr Lubbock was found floating in the swimming pool during a party at 68-year-old Barrymore's luxury home in the Essex village of Roydon attended by eight other people including the Strike it Lucky host, who will all now be contacted, Supt Morris said. March: Police launch a fresh appeal for information over the death. Michael Barrymore has taken to Twitter to defend his innocence over the death of Stuart Lubbock, who was found lifeless in his swimming pool in March 2001. Ms Jones, a 17-year-old cashier at the time, and her friend Kelly Campbell, both now 37, had only met Barrymore hours early at the nightclub when they were invited back for the party. The Guardian reported that the BBC cancelled publication of Barrymore's life story. Michael Barrymore pool death: Man arrested over murder at entertainer's home in 2001 Image: Stuart Lubbock was found dead at Michael Barrymore's home during a party in 2001 Detectives investigating the indecent assault and murder of a man at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago have arrested a 50-year-old man in Cheshire.Stuart Michael Barrymore Pictures from Imagecollect. The documentary revisited the tragic house party in which Stuart Lubbock was found dead in the Michael Barrymore… Also, learn details Info regarding the Current Net worth of Michael Barrymore as well as Michael Barrymore ‘s earnings, Worth, Salary, Property, and Income. He was formerly a drag queen but more recently had been working as a driving test examiner. 'It's time to put all the facts together in one place.'. 'This arrest is almost 20 years to the day since Stuart was found unconscious in a swimming pool following a party at a home in Roydon. 'This information has led to us making an arrest and over the coming days we will be contacting all those who were present at the party at the time as well as others who may have information. Speaking about the release at the time, Channel 4 commissioning editor Alisa Pomeroy said: 'This film is a reflective piece that tells the story of an unexplained tragedy that unfolded in the glare of an unforgiving media. ", "I've had nothing to do with this whatsoever and yet I keep getting bashed and bullied by the media.". The entertainer also told Good Morning Britain he is going through 'pain and agony' due to the incident - which effectively ended his mainstream television career. Stuart's father Terry welcomed the development and revealed he is fighting cancer and may only have weeks left to live. Are the US and China in a new 'Cold War'? Michael Barrymore's hopes for a big TV comeback have been dashed as Dancing On Ice have reportedly failed to ask him back for the new series.. The team behind Barrymore: Body In The Pool's were given access to Stuart's post-mortem photographs - but they were deemed too awful for TV, even after the watershed. However, he doesn’t post often. He received a nominal sum after Essex Police won an appeal. Detectives investigating the indecent assault and murder of a man at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago have arrested a 50-year-old man in Cheshire. 'Stuart was found unconscious in the swimming pool of a property in Roydon on March 31 2001. The man remains in custody where he continues to be questioned over the death of Stuart, 31, on March 31, 2001. 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'It is important to restate the fact that Essex Police have never given up on this case and that the force is motivated by the desire to deliver justice for Mr Lubbock and his family. 'The story has become so distorted and confused over the years. I'm not buying it.'. I'll be your security to get you home.'. This has nearly killed me. 31.8k Followers, 743 Following, 127 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Michael Barrymore (@michaelbarrymore) Google+. Michael Barrymore. He was one of three people arrested on suspicion of murder by Essex Police in 2007 before he was later released without charge. 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Following the revelation of Lubbock's death, ITV terminated his contract and his United Kingdom television career subsequently collapsed. Read about our approach to external linking. A planned appearance on Dancing on Ice last year never happened after he broke his wrist and he was never invited back. The show went into gruesome detail about the father-of-two's injuries and revealed his family's near 20 years of grief. Bosses behind the programme said it aimed to piece together the perspectives of the Lubbock family, as well as those of the detectives, forensic pathologists and eyewitnesses to explore what happened that night at Barrymore's Essex bungalow, and the events that followed. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Family, Wiki. They all went back to Mr Shaw's house, where they spoke about what had occurred while Barrymore made phone calls to his 'PR man'. Reports from the time claimed Justin was an 'unofficial minder' to the TV star during that night. Stuart Lubbock, pictured, was found dead in Michael Barrymore’s swimming pool in 2001. A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the indecent assault and murder of a man found dead at Michael Barrymore's home. Essex police have arrested a 50-year-old man on suspicion of the indecent assault and murder of Stuart Lubbock in March 2001. Mr Shaw had been invited to the party due to his friendship with Barrymore's neighbour Mr Futers. Find BBC News: East of England on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. ', She added: 'Nine people were at that party. Michael Barrymore’s Estimated Net Worth, Age, Biography, Career, Social media accounts i.e. Photograph: Essex Police/PA. Stuart Lubbock died at Michael Barrymore's home in 2001 (Credit: Shutterstock) In a statement, Essex Police explained: "Detectives have today, Wednesday 17 March, arrested a 50-year-old man in connection with the indecent assault and murder of Stuart Lubbock. The documentary revisited the tragic house party in which Stuart Lubbock was found dead in the Michael Barrymore… The arrest comes just days after Stuart's father Terry Lubbock, 76, said he had hopes that a witness with information might soon come forward to help the investigation. On March 17, Essex Police announces a 50-year-old man has been arrested in Cheshire in connection with Mr Lubbock's murder and indecent assault. Despite attempts to save […] Kylie was Justin's sister and had been present with him in the nightclub when Justin had offered to be Barrymore's minder on the night. If you like my videos, please subscribe to the channel to receive the latest videos Videos can use content-based copyright law … I've always said I will continue to fight for justice until my last breath and that's what I'm doing still. Barrymore, 67, claims he has been getting ‘bashed and bullied’ by the media and said his ‘heartfelt sympathies’ are with the Lubbock family – though he insists that he had nothing to do with Stuart’s death. Pinterest. I do believe that.'. Kenney, along with Barrymore, invited the other seven guests over to the house after they partied together at the Millennium nightclub in Harlow, Essex. 'My heartfelt sympathies are with the Lubbock family and I truly hope they find peace.'. Video, What we wish we'd known about infertility. Stuart Lubbock, 31, was discovered in the TV presenter’s pool on 31 March 2001 after a party at his then home in Roydon, Essex. Get Michael Barrymore Photos. The attacks around Atlanta, Georgia, come amid a surge in hate crimes directed at Asian-Americans. Essex Police have confirmed {that a} 50-year-old man, whose title was not launched, was arrested in Cheshire in reference to 31-year-old Stuart Lubbock’s 2001 loss of life. In September 2003, Barrymore staged a one-man show at London's Wyndham's Theatre, which closed after a few days. Read about our approach to external linking. Mr Lubbock, 31, was found dead in the TV presenter's pool in Roydon, Essex, in March 2001. Michael Barrymore pool death: Man, 50, arrested over 2001 murder at entertainers house in Essex April: Police announce that they are reviewing Mr Lubbock's death as part of 'routine' procedure. Michael Barrymore is evicted from the Celebrity Big Brother house (Yui Mok/PA) After emerging from the house, Barrymore holds a tearful two-hour meeting with Mr Lubbock’s father Terry in a London hotel. Les détectives enquêtant sur l’attentat à la pudeur et le meurtre d’un homme au domicile de l’artiste Michael Barrymore en 2001 ont arrêté un homme de 50 ans dans le Cheshire. More Like This More Like This. The Australian songbird that’s 'forgotten its song' Video, The Australian songbird that’s 'forgotten its song', The scars left by a school bombing. Despite attempts to save him he later died in hospital. Earlier this year, Mr Lubbock  (right on Sunday) has said he wanted a coroner to oversee a new inquest into the death of his son (left) and welcomes the arrest as he fights for justice, Barrymore, was arrested as part of the investigation in 2007 before being released without charge, later launched a high court case for £2.4million damages for wrongful arrest. Michael Ciaran Parker (born 4 May 1952), known by his stage name Michael Barrymore, is an English comedian and television presenter of game shows and light entertainment programmes on British television in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. Nous voudrions effectuer une description ici mais le site que vous consultez ne nous en laisse pas la possibilité. We know that not everyone was responsible for what happened but someone was. Michael Barrymore has several social media accounts, including on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Photograph: PA A partygoer today told an inquest into the death of Stuart Lubbock, who was found dead in Michael Barrymore's swimming pool, that … The documentary revisited the tragic house party in which Stuart Lubbock was found dead in the Michael Barrymore's outdoor pool. Medical experts tell the hearing that he had suffered severe internal injuries, suggesting he may have been the victim of a serious sexual assault. Landmark Japan ruling backs same-sex marriage, Former racing driver Sabine Schmitz dies aged 51, The Australian songbird that’s 'forgotten its song' VideoThe Australian songbird that’s 'forgotten its song'. New information leading to the arrest came to light following a Channel 4 documentary and police appeal with an increased reward, Essex Police said. Barrymore was arrested on suspicion of rape and serious sexual assault in 2007, along with two other people. 'It sheds light on the complex relationship between celebrity, the criminal justice system and an all-powerful tabloid press in the early Noughties, but, most of all, it's the deeply moving story of the Lubbock family's continuing quest for answers and justice, nearly 20 years on.'. Thanks for watching my video. An unforgettable clip from the Strike It Rich gameshow with Michael Barrymore and contestant Eric with all his health problems. I haven't got another another (story). Detectives investigating the death of a man whose body was found in entertainer Michael Barrymore's pool say they have new information about the case after a renewed appeal last week. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Twitter. The glamour model made the comments after watching Channel 4 documentary Barrymore: The Body in the pool. Michael Barrymore has determined to not converse out after a person was arrested in reference to the homicide and indecent assault of a person at his pool celebration. As they relaunched the appeal, Det Ch Insp Stephen Jennings said: "I believe that [Stuart] was raped and murdered that night. Michael Barrymore arriving for the Asian Awards 2013, Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London. Stuart Lubbock, 31 ans, a été découvert dans la piscine du présentateur de télévision le 31 mars 2001 après une fête chez lui à […] Michael Barrymore pool death: Man, 50, arrested over 2001 murder at entertainers house in Essex Detectives investigating the indecent assault and murder of a man at the home of entertainer Michael Barrymore 20 years ago have arrested a 50-year-old man in Cheshire. The initial investigation was deeply flawed after officers failed to secure the crime scene and assumed Stuart had drowned. Michael Barrymore on social media. This arrest is almost 20 years to the day since Stuart was found unconscious in a swimming pool following a party at a home in Roydon. Michael Barrymore Biography, Wiki, Net Worth, Age, Family, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Michael Barrymore is a British actor, comedian and television presenter of game shows and light entertainment programmes on British television in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.