Peter Andre and Liam Payne lead tributes to Tom Parker as music world unites in grief as The Wanted singer dies aged 33

TOM Parker’s pop co-stars have paid tribute to him after it was revealed he has died aged just 33.

The Wanted star was mourned by Peter Andre, Martin Kemp, Take That’s Howard Donald, Five’s Richie Neville and many more.

It was revealed tonight that the singer has died after a heartbreaking battle with brain cancer.

The 33-year-old tragically leaves behind children Aurelia, two, and Bodhi, one, as well as his wife Kelsey.

Peter, 49, wrote: “Rest in peace Tom. Very, very sad and so unfair. Thoughts are with his wife and children.”

One Direction‘s Liam Payne said: “I’m heartbroken to hear about Tom.

“He was so full of life and humour, and the memories I have of him with stay with me forever. Sending my thoughts out to his family and his brothers in The Wanted.”

Spandau Ballet singer Martin, 60, posted: “Tom Parker, rest in peace my love goes out to all your family and all your friends.

“Your bravery, your fight and your spirit will never be forgotten.”

Take That’s Howard Donald, 53, tweeted: “So young and so sad. RIP @TomParker from @thewanted Strength and love to his family.”

Rylan Clark added: “I’ve just seen the news about Tom and that’s absolutely gutting.

“He was such a good’un. So sad to hear. Sending my love to Kelsey and the kids. Awful news x.”

Richie said: “RIP @TomParker 33 is far too young to go. How unbelievably tragic.”

Towie’s Lydia Bright added: “Kelsey, I am so sorry 💔 Life is so unfair x.”

Tom’s bandmates in The Wanted called the star their “brother” saying: “Words can’t express the loss and sadness we feel.”

A statement posted by the group read: “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. Tom Parker 1988-2022.”

Tom’s wife Kelsey tonight revealed the terrible news that Tom had died surrounded by his family.

She wrote alongside a picture of him: “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.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported in his care throughout. He fought until the very end.”

The star was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour in 2020 and given just 18 months to live.

But brave Tom beat the odds after undergoing several gruelling rounds of chemotherapy and 30 radiotherapy sessions.