Tom Parker of The Wanted Dies After Fighting Brain Tumor

Tom Parker (Instagram @tomparkerofficial)

JAKARTA - Tom Parker, a member of the boy band The Wanted, died on Wednesday, March 30, UK time due to a brain tumor. This sad news was conveyed by his wife, Kelsey Hardwick via Instagram.

"It is with a heavy heart that we can confirm Tom passed away peacefully today with his family at his side," wrote Kelsey Hardwick.

"Tom is the center of our world and we couldn't imagine life without his smile and presence," Hardwick said.

The wife also thanked the public and fans who sent their greetings and support to Tom Parker.

In 2020, Tom Parker announced the news of his condition to fans. He mentioned the diagnosis of a brain tumor and treatment. Tom explained that he had a grade four glioblastoma after having had a seizure.

Tom Parker's passing has left a deep wound among fans and fellow musicians. They wrote condolences to the singer.

"We are saddened to hear of Tom Parker's passing. Tom was a great person during our tour with The Wanted," wrote the band McFly.

"33 is too young a number, too much sadness, rest in peace Tom Parker," wrote Connor of The Vamps.

"It hurts to hear Tom. He was a person full of humor and the memories with him are with me forever," said Liam Payne of One Direction.

Tom Parker is a member of The Wanted, a British boy band whose career has been around since 2009. Tom Parker died at the age of 33 and leaves behind his wife and two children, Aurelia and Bodhi.