James Morrison is back on stage after the death of his wife (Picture: CelebrityPhotosUK/Cover Images) James Morrison has returned to the spotlight for the first time since his wife’s death in January 2024. The singer-songwriter was left ‘devastated’ when he found his former partner, Gill Catchpole, dead at their home in Gloucestershire at the age of 45. An inquest later concluded that she took her own life by hanging, having left a series of handwritten notes behind for her loved ones. Morrison and Catchpole had been together since 2006 and have two daughters, Ada Rose, six, and Elsie, 16. The couple split a year before she died. The Rugby-born musician, known for hits including Broken Strings and I Won’t Let You Go, has been absent from the public eye since the news broke, but made a courageous comeback this week with a gig. Taking to Instagram this evening, Morrison, 40, shared a series of photos of himself playing at In It Together Festival, which took place in Wales. Gill Catchpole took her own life last January, an inquest concluded (Picture: Instagram) He wore a smile on his face as he sang and played guitar, the crowd going wild and holding up signs for him. His caption read: ‘It was an absolute pleasure to perform at @inittogetherfestival last night. Thank you to the wonderful crowd who welcomed me back.’ Promising that he’s now here to stay, the Wonderful World hitmaker added: ‘There is more excitement incoming… turn your notifications ON, sign up to my mailing list, and get ready…’ https://www.instagram.com/p/DKH9c32M5SJ/?img_index=1 In the comments, fans were keen to send him warm wishes, with @nathanhead11 writing: ‘This is the best thing I’ve seen/read on social media all year. Love you lad! And the world needs you rocking 💙🎉👊🏻’ @elenballet added: ‘Can’t wait to see you on tour again 🤩’ ‘This is amazing news. I’ve thought about you and your precious family often ❤️’, wrote @jo_anna_r_. ‘We’ve missed you!!! 💕💕💕’, echoed @jujuqu. Need support? For emotional support, you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website. Their HOPELINE247 is open every day of the year, 24 hours a day. You can call 0800 068 4141, text 88247 or email: pat@papyrus-uk.org.