Tom Parker
The Wanted's Tom Parker has sadly passed away, aged 33, following a brain tumour diagnosis in 2020.
His wife Kelsey confirmed the news in a statement today.
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She wrote, 'It is with the heaviest of hearts that we confirm Tom passed away peacefully earlier today with all of his family by his side.'
'Our hearts are broken, Tom was the centre of our world and we can’t imagine life without his infectious smile and energetic presence.'
'We are truly thankful for the outpouring of love and support and ask that we all unite to ensure Tom’s light continues to shine for his beautiful children.'
'Thank you to everyone who has supported in his care throughout, he fought until the very end. I’m forever proud of you'
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Tom's The Wanted bandmates also issued a statement on social media:
'Max, Jay, Siva, Nathan and the whole Wanted family are devastated by the tragic and premature loss of our bandmate Tom Parker, who passed away peacefully at lunchtime today surrounded by his family and his band mates.'
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'Tom was an amazing husband to Kelsey, and father to Aurelia and Bodhi.'
'He was our brother, words can’t express the loss and sadness we feel. Always and forever in our hearts.'
'Tom Parker 1988-2022'
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Our thoughts are with Tom's family and friends.
