The fiancee of a boy band star tragically fell to her death from a hotel window.
James ‘Jaymi’ Hensley, 34, reached the X Factor semi-finals with Union J in 2012 before the band went on to have a string of hit singles.
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Union J member Jaymi Hensley (right) and partner Olly Marmon (left) celebrate their anniversary last yearCredit: Instagram
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The Hind Hotel, Wellingborough, where Olly tragically fell to his death Credit: SWNS
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Olly is said to have fallen from the third floor of the hotelCredit: SWNS
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The couple shared this snap on Instagram while they were in Norway recentlyCredit: Instagram
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Jaymi of Union J performs at the O2 Indigo on September 1, 2018. Credit: Getty
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Louis Walsh with Union J quartet Jamie Hamblett, George Shelley, Josh Cuthbert and Jaymi. in December 2012. Credit: Rex Features
His partner Olly Marmon (33) sadly passed away in the early hours of Monday morning.
Emergency services rushed to the three-star Hind Hotel in Wellingborough, Northampton, after Olly fell at around 11.30pm on Sunday night.
Olly’s family shared photos of the star, along with tributes to their “spiritual, gentle soul” who was “beautiful inside and out”.
It comes after the couple recently shared a photo on Instagram while on a trip to Norway.
They both smiled in the selfie, while fans showed their support for the couple in love.
In September, Jaymi shared a post celebrating their anniversary.
The post, which shows her kissing Olly on the cheek, read: “14 years together and 1 year to ‘I do!’
Jaymi has been in a relationship with hairdresser Olly since 2009, and the couple got engaged in 2014.
The couple met when they were 18 years old.
Olly’s mum Julie and stepdad Steve Peacock said: “Words cannot describe the devastation and heartbreak I feel at losing my beautiful youngest son Oliver, Olly to his friends.
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“I can’t believe I have to write this. No mother should have to do that.
“The relationship I had with Oliver was so special, he was my best friend. We talked every day. He called me mom, he called me his guardian angel.
“Oliver was so caring, loving, quiet and always put others before himself. He was a very talented hairdresser and he took this passion seriously.
“Recently he was working in the garden with his stepdad Steve and he really liked it. He was spiritual and loved the outdoors.
“He touched many lives and everyone he met loved him. Steve called Oliver his son.
Oliver was so caring, loving, quiet and always put others before himself. He was a very talented hairdresser and he took this passion seriously
Olly’s mum Julie and step dad Steve
“I will miss my little Oliver very much and I don’t know how I will go on without him. Such a devastating loss for all our family, including his brothers Ben and James and sister Alex, as well as his aunt Loraine, uncle Simon and cousin Sophie.”
Olly’s dad Leigh and step-mum Vanessa Marmon added: “My dear Oliver, I can’t believe I’m writing this. I’d give my life to save yours.
“I struggle with every emotion you can think of, sadness, anger, guilt, the list goes on.
“I know you knew how much you were loved. I was so proud of you and all you accomplished. You’ve been to places I can only dream of.
“Whatever you imagined, you achieved. When you were younger you were a talented athlete, musician and of course a hairdresser – your dream job. You won medals and awards in gymnastics and hairdressing.
“Your life was too short, but you packed so much into it. You were such a kind hearted, gentle soul who was just so beautiful inside and out.”
Olly’s heartbroken brother Ben said: “Oliver Marmon you are my little ray of sunshine. You are my best friend. You radiate joy and excitement to everyone around you.
“You are full of creativity and spontaneous ideas for fun. You are the light of happiness in every room. You are so kind and caring and happy to walk in anyone’s shadow as long as everyone else is smiling.
“You are the bravest soul and no matter how different you felt, everyone always loved you. Never underestimate the difference you’ve made and the lives you’ve touched.
“I didn’t tell you enough, but I was immensely proud of you. Always my best friend and my little bear Bruva.”
Olly’s fiancee Jaymi was a founding member of Union Ja in 2011 – although the group was originally a trio known as Triple J.
They auditioned for the ninth series of The X Factor, becoming Union J after bandmate George Shelley joined Jayma and bandmates JJ Hamblett and Josh Cuthbert.
The foursome came fifth in the competition, which was eventually won by solo singer James Arthur – beating Rylan in fifth place, in the same series as Ella Henderson.
The group signed to Sony Music subsidiary RCA Records, releasing their debut single ‘Carry You’ in June 2013.
Their self-titled debut studio album followed in October 2013 and reached number 6 in the UK Albums Chart.
They left RCA Records in April 2014 and signed to Epic Records. A second LP, called ‘You Got It All – The Album’ was released the following December.
George left the group in 2016 before Josh left two years later – leaving Jaymi and JJ as a duo, before the pair officially split in 2019.
They announced a reunion show at the London Palladium in 2022 to celebrate Union Ja’s 10th anniversary and a comeback tour – only for Jaymi to sensationally pull out before the show.
He filmed a glowing farewell moment saying: “I can’t watch our legacy go to waste”.
The musician wrote: “To all Union Ja fans, it is with the heaviest heart that I have to say that I am no longer continuing my journey as a member of Union Ja.
“Since day one, our family of fans has brought me love, light and support and has been the main reason why I am such a driving force in the band.
“Last year was the best year of my life getting back on stage with the guys and being in front of you all again.”
Jaymi continued, “I hoped and dreamed of all the possibilities after that, but it didn’t happen for several reasons, and so, out of love and respect for my family of fans and my integrity as an artist, I can’t sit back and watch the legacy I Tried sustain decay for decades.
“I will continue to carry artistry, integrity and creativity as my driving force, but now it’s time to channel the energy I constantly put into Union J into myself and create art and music that we can all enjoy together.”
They have since admitted that their record label Epic Records dropped them after their 2014 album You Got It All — just weeks after they scored another hit — which led to their demise.
They first rose to fame after finishing fourth on The X Factor in 2011, before releasing three albums together.
Union Ja’s biggest hits include Carry You, Beautiful Life and Loving You Is Easy.
I will carry you, the band’s last single of 2014, took an impressive 2nd place in the charts.
The band had been due to perform five special concerts in 2023 as part of their reunion tour, but they left fans furious by quietly canceling them.
Alongside his music career, Jaymi has appeared on Celebrity Masterchef and Celebrity Pointless.
He joined the likes of Ulrike Johnson, Rachel Stevens and Gogglebox vicar the Reverend Kate Bottley on the BBC cookery show in 2017.
He also appeared on the MTV show Just Tattoo of Us with his brother Aaron.
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Jaymi on Celebrity MasterchefCredit: BBC
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Jaymi (left) regularly posted photos with his partner onlineCredit: Instagram
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