Drew Cockton, who appeared on Dragon's Den to win financial backing for his scented candle business, has died at the age of 36.
His business, Owen Drew, soared after his appearance on the business show, with socialite Paris Hilton becoming one of his celebrity fans. "We are devastated beyond belief. Life is never, ever going to be the same again. Rest Peacefully darling boy." During his candle-making career, Drew created the world's most expensive candle to celebrate Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's nuptials in 2018, after the detail of the Duchess of Sussex's floral arrangements was released.Last year Drew appeared on the show and told the Dragons how, at the age of 22, he opened a hotel business on Canal Street in Manchester, leaving his job in financial services behind, against the advice of his family.