Sergeant Wesley Durden, 28, a contestant on TLC’s baking competition “ Next Great Baker ,” committed suicide after production wrapped in October, according to the Jacksonville Daily News. One of the most beloved contestants on Next Great Baker might have only competed for a few episodes, but Lexington’s James Brown (Brown’s Bakery) sure made an impression. 1.1K likes. On January 10, 2013 Brown went in for surgery at the University of Kentucky. Yes, I am taking it easy. There are so many great James Brown albums but this one is nice because James isn’t even on it! Subscriber-only stories: Support our journalism. Davis was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania.His father was killed in an accident shortly after his birth, and his mother, Avis Marie Davis Fleming, could not raise him alone. Son of Will Brown and Grace Moore. ', Viewer Joyce Archie tweeted:  'Banning reality TV. 4. James Brown Actor | The Millers . On the same day that he found out he was going to be a contestant, a doctor was giving him MRI results: that he had a benign brain tumor, and would need surgery. That’s how I remember him. DA deciding whether to investigate James Brown's death | Daily … She said: 'I think there are a lot of soldiers who come home wounded, but you can’t see the wounds, but there’s still something wrong. Married. The James Brown Foundation confirmed her death in a release, stating that Brown “will always be remembered as one of the few who fully embodied the dance moves of her father.” Reset. 0 likes 0. 2 years ago 'Wonder Woman' and 'Aquaman' grossed a combined total of more than $2 billion worldwide despite not having marquee actors in the lead roles. ; Early in season three of Next Great Baker, contestant James Brown announced that he had been diagnosed with a benign brain tumor and would leave in place of whoever lost the competition.Cue tears from almost everyone, including guest … Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Vanderpump is pulled over by sheriff. Sergeant Wesley Durden, 28, a contestant on TLC’s baking competition "Next Great Baker," committed suicide after production wrapped in October, according to the Jacksonville Daily News.However, TLC did not mention Durden's death until after his elimination from "Next Great Baker" on Monday night's episode. I have been up walking and have not really experienced dizziness, or had very [many] balance issues. Play it now. In episode 2, he made the tearful announcement that he wasn’t physically and emotionally up to this season’s challenge.On the same day that he found out he was going to be a … Ace Picks: Lexington KY Calendar of Events Jan 17 thru Jan 24, 2013, Gigs: Live Music and Concert Listings, Lexington KY, Jan 17 thru Jan 24, In Person Learning to Resume at Fayette County Public Schools, 21C Lexington collaborates with preservationist Lucy Jones on ‘Queen’s Gambit’ hotel room, Where to eat, what to pre-order for Valentine’s Day 2021 in Lexington, KY. Wesley Durden, who died Oct. 24. A contestant on the 'Next Great Baker' reality show committed suicide after being eliminated from the show. The Robicheaux character has been portrayed twice on screen, first by Alec Baldwin (Heaven's Prisoners) and then … Skillful culinary artists go into competition to become the next great baker at Carlo's bake shop. They had also run promos featuring the former paratrooper.Â. On New Year’s Eve 2013, Lexington’s Brown’s Bakery owner, James Brown, will close the oven doors at his Versailles Road location for the last time. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. ), He is convalescing at home now, and reports, “I’m finally able to sit at a computer myself. Durden’s mother Donna Durden, told the Jacksonville Daily News she does not know for certain what happened to her son, but she was worried about the amount of stress Wesley had encountered during his role with the military. James Brown pre-op, January 2013. 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A contestant on TLC's "Next Great Baker," Sgt. He told the camera later, "I didn't do so well last challenge, because I have health issues,… I heard he had a brain tumor and it broke my heart. In episode 2, he made the tearful announcement that he wasn’t physically and emotionally up to this season’s challenge. Israeli healthcare group says coronavirus infections have PLUNGED by at least 60% among vaccinated over-60s, COVID-19 positivity rate tops 10 percent in nearly a THIRD of all NYC zip codes as Gov. Chaotic council discussion takes internet by storm. ', Wesley visited her in August for her birthday when he revealed then that he was to be a contestant on 'Next Great Baker. 859.225.4889. Mr. Brown was born on July 24, 1941 in Louisville, KY. Call today to advertise in the Ace print edition, or to advertise with Ace online. Although Lexington baker James Brown only made it as far as two episodes on Next Great Baker, he has been the heart and soul of TLC’s season three. He is married to Dorothy. Piers Morgan: GMB host pays tribute to Black Panther actor … He has won Edgar Awards for Black Cherry Blues (1990) and Cimarron Rose (1998), and has also been presented with the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America. A contestant on the 'Next Great Baker' reality show committed suicide after being eliminated from the show. I have so much appreciated your stories, thoughts, prayers, and donations. Brown's Bakery, located on Leestown … Ace Advertising integrates three decades of print credibility with successful multimedia solutions for local, regional, and national advertisers. But in a shocking postscript to the show viewers were told that the army veteran had since committed suicide. Seemingly not wanting to re-shoot the show or admit a tragic ending loomed, producers had not previously mentioned Durden’s death, and had even post-dated his age to 29 on his profile on the show's website. 8 years ago. (As of today, the total raised is $4,439.00. New study by Boston researchers says you can blame it on your ethnicity. 2 Answers. Our beloved James Brown gracefully bowed out of the competition so that he can address a major health issue he is facing. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Previous Next. Durden's elimination aired Monday evening. “It’s go time,” James Brown posted pre-op. More cases of COVID variant found in Georgia. Photos. 8 years ago. Former Married At First Sight star Jessika Power (right) has confirmed her relationship with landscaper and father-of-one James Brown (left). Wesley Durden, 28, died in 2011. James had gradually been losing his hearing and when he finally went to get it checked out they discovered he had a brain tumor. 'That’s my baby. But whenever I feel that way I read your messages of encouragement. 'He will be warmly remembered by the cast and crew of Next Great Baker. TLC disgust (sic) me,' 'They kept the suicide of Wesley Durden silent in Oct. Kept airing episodes. Answer Save. Proof the Pfizer Covid vaccine works in the real world? In a statement the network said only: 'TLC extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Sgt. Informant on death certificate was Dora Brown, his wife. Like. Durden of Jacksonville, North Carolina was the fourth contestant of 13 to be eliminated on the second season of the show hosted by Buddy Valastro of 'Cake Boss'.Â. He was deployed to Iraq from January 2007 to March 2008 and from August 2009 to December 2009. The night before surgery he wrote, “I really want all of you to know I have never felt so loved and cared about by so many people. Sergeant Wesley Durden, 28, an army paratrooper who had completed two tours in Iraq, died from a single self-influicted gunshot wound on October 24, according to the Jacksonville Daily News. Relevance. ', Durden was a cook with the 82nd Airborne, the Daily News reported.Â. I wish there was something more I could say, but Thank You guys, Thank you.”, The next day, he kept his sense of humor, posting a pre-op photo of himself announcing, “it’s go time.”, The day before the surgery, fellow Next Great Baker competitor Letty Alvarez reported that her crowdfunding campaign for James had made its goal of $4,000 raised. 'I’m proud of him for being on the show, but I’ve always been proud of him.'. I am so grateful for All the Thoughts and Prayers. His time on the TLC show serves as a reminder of better times that she can watch any time, Donna Durden said. CNN investigate claims of foul play into James Brown death; ... Just like Ari, she said "thank u, next". 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