The Wanted singer Siva Kaneswaran has said it has been a “pleasure” to know his late bandmate Tom Parker, who died after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour.
The 33-year-old singer revealed his diagnosis in October 2020 and underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Siva, who grew up in Corduff in Blanchardstown, Dublin, broke his silence after the news of Tom’s death was announced by the band – saying he felt “grateful” to witness Tom’s courage as he battled his illness.
Captioning a black and white picture of Tom, Siva said: “Hey Tom, hope you’re having a blast up there. I am so grateful that I had a chance to witness your true courage.
“It has been a pleasure of my life Tommy Boy.
“Thank you letting us see you light up the world. Talk to you soon and see you later. Love you brother x”
Earlier this year, he performed on stage with his bandmates during their much-delayed reunion tour.
A statement on the band’s Instagram page said: “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.
“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.”
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