In seclusion at a hotel, a well-known personality spent his final days before his untimely demise. David Gest, a former music producer turned TV figure, passed away at 62, deeply affecting his loved ones. His body was found in a London hotel room in 2016, following 48 hours of isolation. Suffering from various severe health issues, Gest had been residing in a luxurious suite at the Four Seasons Hotel in Canary Wharf. He had to exit Celebrity Big Brother due to an infection and returned to the hotel.
A sensational claim emerged that Gest had allegedly considered hiring a hitman to harm Sir Elton John before his death. This plan arose shortly after his marriage to Liza Minnelli, prompting a heated response from Gest towards Sir Elton. However, according to reports, his bodyguard intervened, preventing any harm. Gest’s anger stemmed from feeling exposed by Sir Elton’s remarks about him. The incident unfolded while Gest was in Honolulu, where he supposedly planned the attack for a concert in California.
Despite denying allegations about his sexual orientation, Gest faced financial loss when the hitman kept a portion of the fee after the plan was canceled. His marriage to Liza lasted 16 months, ending in a tumultuous split described by Liza as distressing. During his time in the Big Brother house, Gest’s health visibly declined, causing confusion among fellow contestants.
Tragedy struck when Gest was discovered lifeless in his hotel room, after security personnel noticed his absence for two days. Authorities ruled out foul play, attributing his passing to natural causes, likely a stroke. Gest’s deteriorating health had led him to seek medical attention for chest issues before his demise. Additionally, reports indicated his struggles with gambling, resulting in substantial debts before his demise in 2016.