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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
James Holt

‘Our hearts are broken’: Tom Parker’s wife pays tribute to ‘centre of our world’ after singer, 33, dies

Tom Parker's wife has said her family's 'hearts are broken' following the singer's tragic death today. The Bolton-born star, 33, who was in UK band The Wanted, tragically died following a gruelling battle with an inoperable brain tumour.

His beloved wife Kelsey confirmed the tragic news in a heartbreaking statement today. On behalf of the family, she said their 'hearts are broken' and that they cannot imagine life 'without his infectious smile and energetic presence' going forward. It follows after the 33-year-old had battled with brain cancer glioblastoma and had recently become so weak he had to rely on a wheelchair.

Confirming the news of his passing, Kelsey penned a heartfelt tribute to her Instagram page, writing: "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.

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