The Stephen Gately Condolences and appreciation thread - Page 24 - Showbiz

skn06 · 01-11-2009, 19:54

Watched the interview earlier....was so sad..they still seem pretty broken up about the whole thing which is to be expected...

I thought they dealt with the interview very well as it probably very difficult to do especially so soon..it was just so sad to see just the four of them there and know that it will never be the same again without Stephen

It was clear to see aswell how much they adored him and the bond they all had..

I am not surprised they have decided to do the album especially since Stephen was so excited about it and had recorded some vocals, it would have been a complete shame for them never to release it...

I suppose we dont know how long they will continue on, they probably dont even know that themselves, but I'd be very surprised if they ever toured again....

Muttley76 · 01-11-2009, 21:29

I don't have a link for it, but i was reading elsewhere that The Telegraph is reporting that the London memorial is going to be on the 29th November. Nothing confirmed officially though.

chaznee · 01-11-2009, 22:20

I watched the interview earlier and thought they looked completely shell shocked, but you can tell they're gaining strength from being together.
Ronan looks like he has aged 10 years in 3 weeks, Keith really did sound as though his world had fallen apart, Mikey, as he was speaking, seemed to be still trying to find answers to it all, and I was genuinely concerned for poor Shane, who seems to be afraid of letting go completely, which must be so bl00dy difficult for him

If they want to do a memorial that's great, but I don't think they should push themselves, personally - I think getting the album out would be the biggest gift they could give Stephen.

They seem such lovely guys, all of them.

shannisfan · 01-11-2009, 22:23

Just seen the sky news interview was in tears the whole way through.

And Shane just had the look of devastation at one point.

Really hope they all find the strength to pull through. I wish i could go and hug them all and say its all ok.

They are true geniune gents and i hope they find solice soon.

Nic x

Joy2286 · 01-11-2009, 22:51

Hi guys

Hope everyone's doing ok.

Seen the interview. I really don't know what to say- their honesty and frankness is just so refreshing. It's great to see that they are drawing strength from each other and I hope with time they will get through this. You can tell the emotion is still so very raw and the fact that they have been able to sit down and talk like this so soon is nothing short of commendable. They are a real inspiration to everyone. Poor Shane- this has really floored him. Out of all the lads he was the one I felt for the most. Keith too seemed really upset.

I think it's lovely that they're going to try and do the album and along with his book those are the biggest tributes they could leave him. I just hope they take their time over these things though and don't rush them until they are ready.

Thanks for the info on the memorial Muttley. Hopefully I'll be able to get there and there will be more detailed and official information soon.

fitzii · 02-11-2009, 01:41

i think they needed this interview, i can't explain why without getting personal, but talking and saying out loud everything you feel to someone else outside of that close circle of family/friends who are in the same dark place you are at that time helps, ok for them its a sky news interview because people are interested too, there was nothing in this interview that i didn't relate, from just simply wanting the best send off for your loved one to the humour that just happens when you remember them, to shane's holding it all in and not wanting to speak cos he felt he couldn't hold it together, shane's the one they need to look after now cos holding it in hurts.....sorry i'm rambling...

i'm never going to be a boyzone band fan but i respect them as men for what they did for stephen, his husband and his family that is true friendship

as for the answer to the press/media question they handled it well, no need to feed that animal anymore as it thrives on attention so here is where less is more.

Rest in peace Stephen

Sara Webb · 02-11-2009, 09:04

I haven't seen the interview, it sounds like hard viewing.

chaznee · 02-11-2009, 11:35

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Originally Posted by fitzii

i think they needed this interview, i can't explain why without getting personal, but talking and saying out loud everything you feel to someone else outside of that close circle of family/friends who are in the same dark place you are at that time helps, ok for them its a sky news interview because people are interested too, there was nothing in this interview that i didn't relate, from just simply wanting the best send off for your loved one to the humour that just happens when you remember them, to shane's holding it all in and not wanting to speak cos he felt he couldn't hold it together, shane's the one they need to look after now cos holding it in hurts.....sorry i'm rambling...

No you're not rambling - I know where you're coming from and I agree with you...this felt more like them just being ready to talk about it all.
Some are more ready than others - I still think Shane is in quite a bad place - but sometimes in times like these you find yourself wanting to talk non stop about the person you lost to anyone who will listen.
It wasn't as hard to watch as I thought it would be. They were so dignified and I loved Keith at the end when he kept emphasising that it was all about Stephen Gately - in other words it was about him, not them.
Now I'm rambling

, but I've found these guys really touching and I feel that in the end, they were probably more like family to Stephen than anyone else was, judging by how well they knew him.

chaznee · 02-11-2009, 12:02

I've just read that it seems likely that Stephen didn't make a will.
Hardly surprising reallly - he was only 33, and probably thought he had all the time in the world

Muttley76 · 02-11-2009, 14:15

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Originally Posted by chaznee

I've just read that it seems likely that Stephen didn't make a will.
Hardly surprising reallly - he was only 33, and probably thought he had all the time in the world

these are the same papers who a week ago claimed to know how much he had in his will and who he was leaving it too...take it all with a pinch of salt till they actually use names instead of sources...

chaznee · 02-11-2009, 14:23

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Originally Posted by Muttley76

these are the same papers who a week ago claimed to know how much he had in his will and who he was leaving it too...take it all with a pinch of salt till they actually use names instead of sources...

True...the stories change day by day.
Sky News website have a gallery of the boys' last photoshoot together - some really nice images there - Stephen really was looking good, like the guys said yesterday.

Gabriella · 02-11-2009, 16:26

http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/vid...erview_In_Full

Interview in full-40 mins in all, it stops to buffer now and again, just press pause and play now and again. My heart goes out to the guys, Shane can't seem to say much before having to stop. I know some asked why he didn't do a bit of the speech, he says in all honesty he wouldn't be able do it and wanted just to there for the rest of the band. There are some laughs too.

Many commenting on Sky that this is all a money-spinner, I take it not one of them saw the interview in full

The first since Stephen died 3 weeks ago. Are they never to mention him again? A man they all knew half of their lives.

Gabriella · 02-11-2009, 16:32

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Originally Posted by shannisfan

Just seen the sky news interview was in tears the whole way through.

And Shane just had the look of devastation at one point.

I know what you mean, Mikey and Ronan took control. Nice to see they have each other. I find some days some are strong while others have a bad day, it does work well when supporting one another.

Gabriella · 02-11-2009, 16:38

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Originally Posted by chaznee

I've got to be honest here and say I don't see why they need to do this

I'm sorry if that sounds critical - I don't mean to be, and I know that we can't have any idea of what's going on behind the scenes, as it were, but they're just going to be subjected to a line of questioning probably designed to get one or two of them to shed a tear to make for a better TV moment.
Plus, I don't want them to be probed about all the nasty stuff like the Jan Moir article - how can they possibly say on TV what they must really feel about that, and why should they be forced to defend Stephen's memory.
This must make me seem a bit weird, but I just think it's a bad idea

I disagree, why not talk of Stephen? Its been 3 weeks, they wanted to thank the fans and others for support. When is the right time to talk of Stephen? Is there ever? The questions were okay, the Jan M article did come up but it seems they know how papers are and ignored it- that is all it's worth really.

Gabriella · 02-11-2009, 16:39

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Originally Posted by chaznee

True...the stories change day by day.
Sky News website have a gallery of the boys' last photoshoot together - some really nice images there - Stephen really was looking good, like the guys said yesterday.

http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/Sho..._Ray_Burmiston

chaznee · 02-11-2009, 17:03

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Originally Posted by Gabriella

I disagree, why not talk of Stephen? Its been 3 weeks, they wanted to thank the fans and others for support. When is the right time to talk of Stephen? Is there ever? The questions were okay, the Jan M article did come up but it seems they know how papers are and ignored it- that is all it's worth really.

No, you are right.
I posted that comment before the interview was aired, and it had a completely different tone to what I expected - as I've since posted.
Also, full respect to the guy that interviewed them - I can't remember his name but he was very respectful, as he was in the run up to, and coverage of, the funeral.

If people are honestly saying this is a money spinner then they must think these guys' acting is worthy of an oscar....I really think making money off the back of Stephen's death is the last thing on their minds.

Muttley76 · 02-11-2009, 17:19

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Originally Posted by Gabriella

Many commenting on Sky that this is all a money-spinner, I take it not one of them saw the interview in full

The first since Stephen died 3 weeks ago. Are they never to mention him again? A man they all knew half of their lives.

it's better to ignore them, because clearly they didn't watch the interview, hence their comments make no sense...for example the 'just in time for xmas' comments clearly suggests the buffoons think the album will be out any day now.

vidalia · 02-11-2009, 19:06

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Originally Posted by chaznee

No, you are right.
I posted that comment before the interview was aired, and it had a completely different tone to what I expected - as I've since posted.
Also, full respect to the guy that interviewed them - I can't remember his name but he was very respectful, as he was in the run up to, and coverage of, the funeral.

If people are honestly saying this is a money spinner then they must think these guys' acting is worthy of an oscar....I really think making money off the back of Stephen's death is the last thing on their minds.

The interviewer was Enda Brady, Sky's Dublin correspondent.

ShabbyPrincess · 02-11-2009, 20:04

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Originally Posted by Gabriella

http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/vid...erview_In_Full

Thanks for the link. Off to watch it now.

alilinzee · 02-11-2009, 21:06

Wow...just watched the interview from Sky......got misty-eyed a few times and then when Shane had to stop talking and Mikey had to put his arm round him.....lost it a bit...still so sad....RIP sweet "Steo".....you're missed and loved...x

chaznee · 02-11-2009, 22:23

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Originally Posted by vidalia

The interviewer was Enda Brady, Sky's Dublin correspondent.

Thank you. Sorry I couldn't recall his name - I'm sure, when Shane got upset I heard him say something like "It's ok - don't go on"
He was very careful in the way he spoke to them and wasn't going for tears, like some interviewers would.

Sara Webb · Yesterday, 03:54

I just watched the entire Sky interview on YouTube. It was very touching, I was in tears at one point. It's clear how much the boyz genuinely loved Steo. RIP.

ShabbyPrincess · Yesterday, 08:32

Very emotional interview and you have to hand it to the interviewer for not being pushy and just going with the flow. I did shed a few tears myself and I still can't believe Stephen's gone!

Joy2286 · Yesterday, 10:44

See Ronan has now tweeted thanking us for our support. Can't get over them still taking time out to let us know how they are. Just makes me even prouder to call myself a fan. They should be proud of themselves as I'm sure Steo is.

chaznee · Yesterday, 12:29

It struck me how they were obviously worried about the reaction Stephen's funeral would get.
They kept saying they wanted him to be treated with respect and didn't understand at first why people were clapping..that it was for good reasons
How awful if in the midst of all their grief they were scared people might be abusive or whatever.
Then Keith made the remark about how Stephen would be watching the crowds and saying "you didn't do this when I was alive!" and that Keith was so proud of him

It made me think that Stephen must have had a fair bit of abuse thrown at him when he was younger, so I'm so glad he found happiness before he died.

01-11-2009, 19:54	#576
skn06 Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 513	Watched the interview earlier....was so sad..they still seem pretty broken up about the whole thing which is to be expected... I thought they dealt with the interview very well as it probably very difficult to do especially so soon..it was just so sad to see just the four of them there and know that it will never be the same again without Stephen It was clear to see aswell how much they adored him and the bond they all had.. I am not surprised they have decided to do the album especially since Stephen was so excited about it and had recorded some vocals, it would have been a complete shame for them never to release it... I suppose we dont know how long they will continue on, they probably dont even know that themselves, but I'd be very surprised if they ever toured again....

01-11-2009, 21:29	#577
Muttley76 Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The dark side of the moon Services: Coffee-on-tap Posts: 62,513	I don't have a link for it, but i was reading elsewhere that The Telegraph is reporting that the London memorial is going to be on the 29th November. Nothing confirmed officially though.

01-11-2009, 22:20	#578
chaznee Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 83	I watched the interview earlier and thought they looked completely shell shocked, but you can tell they're gaining strength from being together. Ronan looks like he has aged 10 years in 3 weeks, Keith really did sound as though his world had fallen apart, Mikey, as he was speaking, seemed to be still trying to find answers to it all, and I was genuinely concerned for poor Shane, who seems to be afraid of letting go completely, which must be so bl00dy difficult for him If they want to do a memorial that's great, but I don't think they should push themselves, personally - I think getting the album out would be the biggest gift they could give Stephen. They seem such lovely guys, all of them.

01-11-2009, 22:23	#579
shannisfan Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Services: Tiscali Posts: 376	Just seen the sky news interview was in tears the whole way through. And Shane just had the look of devastation at one point. Really hope they all find the strength to pull through. I wish i could go and hug them all and say its all ok. They are true geniune gents and i hope they find solice soon. Nic x

01-11-2009, 22:51	#580
Joy2286 Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 25,526	Hi guys Hope everyone's doing ok. Seen the interview. I really don't know what to say- their honesty and frankness is just so refreshing. It's great to see that they are drawing strength from each other and I hope with time they will get through this. You can tell the emotion is still so very raw and the fact that they have been able to sit down and talk like this so soon is nothing short of commendable. They are a real inspiration to everyone. Poor Shane- this has really floored him. Out of all the lads he was the one I felt for the most. Keith too seemed really upset. I think it's lovely that they're going to try and do the album and along with his book those are the biggest tributes they could leave him. I just hope they take their time over these things though and don't rush them until they are ready. Thanks for the info on the memorial Muttley. Hopefully I'll be able to get there and there will be more detailed and official information soon.

02-11-2009, 01:41	#581
fitzii Forum Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,872	i think they needed this interview, i can't explain why without getting personal, but talking and saying out loud everything you feel to someone else outside of that close circle of family/friends who are in the same dark place you are at that time helps, ok for them its a sky news interview because people are interested too, there was nothing in this interview that i didn't relate, from just simply wanting the best send off for your loved one to the humour that just happens when you remember them, to shane's holding it all in and not wanting to speak cos he felt he couldn't hold it together, shane's the one they need to look after now cos holding it in hurts.....sorry i'm rambling... i'm never going to be a boyzone band fan but i respect them as men for what they did for stephen, his husband and his family that is true friendship as for the answer to the press/media question they handled it well, no need to feed that animal anymore as it thrives on attention so here is where less is more. Rest in peace Stephen

02-11-2009, 09:04	#582
Sara Webb Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In A Room Posts: 1,407	I haven't seen the interview, it sounds like hard viewing.

02-11-2009, 12:02	#584
chaznee Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 83	I've just read that it seems likely that Stephen didn't make a will. Hardly surprising reallly - he was only 33, and probably thought he had all the time in the world

02-11-2009, 16:26	#587
Gabriella Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Services: BT Broadband/ VirginMobile Posts: 274 Blog Entries: 3	http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/vid...erview_In_Full Interview in full-40 mins in all, it stops to buffer now and again, just press pause and play now and again. My heart goes out to the guys, Shane can't seem to say much before having to stop. I know some asked why he didn't do a bit of the speech, he says in all honesty he wouldn't be able do it and wanted just to there for the rest of the band. There are some laughs too. Many commenting on Sky that this is all a money-spinner, I take it not one of them saw the interview in full The first since Stephen died 3 weeks ago. Are they never to mention him again? A man they all knew half of their lives.

02-11-2009, 21:06	#595
alilinzee Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Cleveleys, Lancashire Services: Sky+, Wanadoo,Jostling by appointment only Posts: 361	Wow...just watched the interview from Sky......got misty-eyed a few times and then when Shane had to stop talking and Mikey had to put his arm round him.....lost it a bit...still so sad....RIP sweet "Steo".....you're missed and loved...x

Yesterday, 03:54	#597
Sara Webb Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In A Room Posts: 1,407	I just watched the entire Sky interview on YouTube. It was very touching, I was in tears at one point. It's clear how much the boyz genuinely loved Steo. RIP.

Yesterday, 08:32	#598
ShabbyPrincess Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 35	Very emotional interview and you have to hand it to the interviewer for not being pushy and just going with the flow. I did shed a few tears myself and I still can't believe Stephen's gone!

Yesterday, 10:44	#599
Joy2286 Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 25,526	See Ronan has now tweeted thanking us for our support. Can't get over them still taking time out to let us know how they are. Just makes me even prouder to call myself a fan. They should be proud of themselves as I'm sure Steo is.

Yesterday, 12:29	#600
chaznee Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 83	It struck me how they were obviously worried about the reaction Stephen's funeral would get. They kept saying they wanted him to be treated with respect and didn't understand at first why people were clapping..that it was for good reasons How awful if in the midst of all their grief they were scared people might be abusive or whatever. Then Keith made the remark about how Stephen would be watching the crowds and saying "you didn't do this when I was alive!" and that Keith was so proud of him It made me think that Stephen must have had a fair bit of abuse thrown at him when he was younger, so I'm so glad he found happiness before he died.