British boy band The Wanted announced Wednesday that their star singer died at 33 after he was previously diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.
The Wanted announced Parker’s death in a post on Instagram, writing that Parker passed away surrounded by his family and bandmates. “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.”
Parker’s wife, Kelsey, also posted a tribute to Parker on Instagram saying, “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.”
Parker told fans in October 2020 that he had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, stage four glioblastoma, and had begun radiation and chemotherapy, The Independent reported. Parker detailed the diagnosis and treatment in the documentary, “Tom Parker: Inside My Head,” People reported.
Parker went on tour with The Wanted, and in January 2021 told fans there had been a “significant reduction” in the tumor’s size, The Independent reported. In November 2021, shortly before The Wanted released its greatest hits album, Parker said his tumor was “stable” and “under control,” BBC reported.
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