The Wanted’s Tom Parker dies from brain tumour aged 33
Tom Parker, singer of boy band The Wanted, has died aged 33 following a battle with brain cancer. He was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour in 2020 and went public with the diagnosis in Oct. 2020.
The tragic news was confirmed by his wife Kelsey, 32, who he leaves behind along with their two children, Aurelia, two, and Bodhi, one. Kelsey said today: ‘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.’ She went on to thank everyone who has cared for Tom during his illness, adding that he fought the disease until the very end.
Tom’s bandmates said: ‘He was our brother, words can’t express the loss and sadness we feel. Always and forever in our hearts.’