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‘There will never be another person quite like him’: Partner’s moving tribute to Ilkeston dad and DJ

The Nottingham Forest fan's legacy is set to be honoured in a round of applause during Saturday's game (November 7)

By George Palmer-Soady · Nottingham Post

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:26 AM

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Georgia Clarke paid tribute to partner Keelan Rains, known as DJ Rains, who died at age 29.
Nottingham Forest supporters called for a 29th-minute applause during their home fixture against Manchester City.
A GoFundMe organized to support the family raised over £5,000 following his passing.

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Georgia Clarke has paid a heartfelt tribute to her partner, Keelan Rains, who passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, November 3, at the age of 29. Known as DJ Rains across local venues and a father of two, Rains was remembered by Clarke as a deeply caring, ambitious man dedicated to providing the best future for their young family.

Following his passing, Nottingham Forest supporters organized a planned 29th-minute applause during their upcoming home fixture against Manchester City at the City Ground. Local venues including The Whitemoor pub also issued tributes, while an online GoFundMe fundraiser established to support his family raised over £5,000.

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