The Wanted's Tom Parker opens up about his cancer diagnosis - BBC News
Tom Parker from boy band The Wanted says he refuses to let cancer dominate his life, almost a year on from being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour.
The star has set up a fundraiser at the Royal Albert Hall in London which will feature Ed Sheeran, Liam Payne and McFly as well as the first appearance for more than seven years by The Wanted.
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Tom deserves his own miracle. For his family. For him.
@anatomydead
2 жыл бұрын
Agree
@zairnermuller4960
2 жыл бұрын
Sadly Cancer don't care about what the person wants. I lost two friends due to cancer this year, one to gliobastoma (diagnosed early, stage 1back in 2015, died last month) and my other friend to osteosarcoma (diagnosed last year, she got chemotherapy, radiotherapy and got her leg amputated). Yet none of this was enough and she passed away last week. Both were 24. My one friend graduated as an engineer, my other friend had to drop out of school as the cancer got very aggressive. I hope Tom gets some alternative treatments as the conventional ones will only stop the cancer for a small period of time, and then it'll come back more aggressively.
This man is a legend, a legend of his Time, when he's at a party, the party never dies 🇰🇪 sending you love from Nairobi Kenya. Thank you
@poozer1986
2 жыл бұрын
A legend. Don't be so silly
Tom has passed away. So sad, and such a lovely young man. Sending heartfelt condolences to his family. RIP Tom. 😥😥
For 1 year since diagnosis this guy is doing incredibly well. 12 months is the usual prognosis. I wish him Many more months of good quality life.
RIP Tom, seems such a lovely lad.
Awww man, that's brutal. Seems like a good guy. Why do bad things happen to good people, so many a-holes out there living a healthy life? That's so unfair.
@susanmansell5081
2 жыл бұрын
Well they say the devil looks after his own.
@poozer1986
2 жыл бұрын
@@susanmansell5081 what are you going on about. What a ridiculous, and frankly disgusting thing to say. It's people like you that show others that religion turns people into monsters
A very moving interview. He's a brave young man.
I pray every day for him since finding out about his diagnosis. I pray for Tom to be granted a miracle and live a happy, healthy long life with his beautiful family. If you watch "The Wanted Life" reality show you'd never believe this guy is the joyful one he once was. He was a firecracker, the soul of the group. This is so unfair.
@poozer1986
2 жыл бұрын
How did your prayers work? Like all prayers I guess. They didn't
@amelieisanangel
Жыл бұрын
@@poozer1986 if prayers work for some people, don’t make fun of it. praying is how many people deal with certain situations, as u probably have strategies to deal with certain situations yourself
@poozer1986
Жыл бұрын
@@amelieisanangel prayer has literally never worked for anyone, ever. Maybe the act of praying gives comfort, but prayer itself doesn't do anything. Yes, I do have strategies to cope, but they exist in reality, and aren't wishful thinking that achieves nothing
His positivity is really something to admire, I have no idea how he’s holding it together so well. I have the utmost respect for him. x
@moradrad4491
2 жыл бұрын
Who said he's holding all together That's just a 2 minute interview Behind closed doors he's probably crying all day y me y me 24 hours a day probably
@hedgehogf98
2 жыл бұрын
I meant he was holding it so well during the interview while discussing his diagnosis and a typically difficult day for him. I admired how open he was during the interview and his positive outlook.
@moradrad4491
2 жыл бұрын
@@hedgehogf98 he did well to smile during the interview But what u need to know is He's on lots of drugs during that interview Without the drugs he's on he'd probably wouldn't be able to even speak
@NarYan2904
2 жыл бұрын
@@moradrad4491 you don't know him, you don't know shit about him. Don't belittle his bravery. I assure you, Tom is the last person to sit around and sulk about his life. He would never say "why me?" but would have fought it with all he has got as he is currently doing. I have been The Wanted fan for a decade and this guy is not a quitter or whiner. I won't stand any ill wor thrown towards him.
@moradrad4491
2 жыл бұрын
@@NarYan2904 shut up ye daft thing If he isn't dying with stress He isn't normal
My mam was diagnosed with stage 4 Glioblastoma in april this year, it's the cruelest most heartbreaking cancer..our world has been torn apart. To hear Tom talk about his battle makes me so sad, I pray for a miracle everyday
@CrystalShannon713
2 жыл бұрын
Im in the exact same position - far more work needs to be done for GBM4 and especially in the UK
I'm so sorry you are going through this, Tom Parker... Be strong! Hang in there!
Im old so never heard of the band but brave young man. Honesty helps everyone. Hope all goes well for him in the future.
RIP dear Angel 😢
This is such a tragedy, his words will never be forgotten
Lovely man rest in peace
He's a great lad, Tom. His positivity in adversity is inspirational, I know it's helping others. His wife Kelsey is also bloody brill, love and respect
“live today like it’s the last time” stay gold forever up there tom ❤
I don‘t know him but I wish him all the best,what a brave man.
RIP Tom. So brave
It’s not fair life is cruel sorry for Toms family fiends and band mates rest in peace 🕯
OMG, I loved The Wanted...I give my best wishes and prayers for him so that he gets better and have a healthy future
@mnkpop5858
2 жыл бұрын
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@poozer1986
2 жыл бұрын
How'd those prayers work out? Ooof
Tom is so brave. I'm praying for a miracle. Tom is an inspiration 💕🙏💕🙏
Those kids will one day see how hard their dad fought and be proud...
What a humble gentleman, I hope all guardian angels are hearing his lullaby singing voice. Rest in peace brother ⚘💜
RIP Tom Parker 1988-2022 ✝️🙏👼🏽😢😇
Sending lots of love to Tom!!!
So feel for everyone battling with this horrible disease. Praying for all of you ❤️
This is such a moving interview and I'm so inspired by how brave and positive he is! LOVE YOU TOM
Deepest condolences to his wife and children. He was an inspiration to everyone watching this video. Live each day to the fullest.
I was so thrilled a few days ago when I found out The Wanted was reuniting and I had no idea about Tom's diagnosis. This is heartbreaking, I pray for him and his family.
Keep fighting Tom
@jacksonwarls9347
2 жыл бұрын
Hello
Rest in Peace ❤️
What a beautiful, inspiring and amazing man. We love ya Tom, you will kick ass with this, do not worry. ❤❤❤So excited to see the wanted thrive again, yasss, onto new and better things boys!!!
A brave young man,who fought till the end...🌺
I lost my dad for lung cancer last year. I saw and got through the all things he did or worse and it has been literally soooo hard like words can’t describe it. Like I’m still in grief for the loss. I saw my dad lost his weight like Tom. I saw my dad was in much pain mentally, physically which healthy people can’t imagine. I’ve been a fan of this band since when I was a teenager and still pretty much love them. Now again have to see my favourite person battles for this shit and it really hurts me. I’m so proud of you Tom for what you achieved last night. I pray for you from bottom of my heart for overcoming this illness.
@RosaryJo
2 жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, it is a tough thing to go through. I lost my Dad too to pancreatic cancer. God bless you. Xxxx
An extremely brave young man. Such a sad loss. 😔
Rip Tom 🙏
Rip tom parker. We going miss you
R.I.P Heavy hearted respect.
Here to pay my respects, rest peacefully you legend.
i remember him in the wanted music videos seemed like a care free fun lad. im sad to see him suffer so much and he sounds and looks weak at the moment to me, hope he recovers and can live his life again.
What a legend, Tom sorry for your devastating news but you are such a soldier brave man talking about it not asking for anything. You will help others by talking about this. What you have achieved so far will go down in history. Keep fighting. 🙏
Cancer takes so many angels
Live your life like last day I love you Tom 💜
So so sad, rest in power and peace. Thinking of your beautiful family ❤
Bless him. Wishing him well. Cancer of any sort is stressful to think about.
Rest in peace Tom, we’ll always love you, always in our hearts!🥺❤️ Absolutely devastated💔
Tom is such a strong person and has responded very well to treatment. Something somewhere is keeping him going. He's got this.
we love u tom, stay strong, we are all here for you!
An Amazing young man who is so brave and an inspiration to others.
@BusbobYt
2 жыл бұрын
Oof he’s dead now
Tom we are so proud of U and our players r with U 🙏
🙏 for your healing, Tom. 💕
Poor guy. Stay strong mate
Didn’t know who he was but sounded like he stays positive to the end that takes strength.
R.I.P so young
rest in peace Tom🙏🙏🙏🙏😔😔😔😔
Tom will stay gold forever.
My Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in May 2015 and he passed away in March 2017. His was operable and 98% of the tumour was removed but this cancer has tenticle like features so it couldn't all be removed. Unfortunately, it grew from what was left after the operation and he went into rapid decline within a month of him passing away. So sad! Praying for him.
From Toronto, sending my best mate. Stay strong.... Listsning to your tunes now
Brave man. He is an inspiration.
Aww this really touched me
He is fab i wish him all the best him and his wife his wife is wonder woman so supportive!
I love this guy,not only is he an amazing lovely sweet guy he's a fantastic dad,I've followed him on insta for ages I was so gutted to hear he was sick,keep fighting tom!!!!!!
Tom is just amazing. So positive.
WOW! Tks hero to share your story. I’m so happy to find news about the band!
We're all rooting for you tom! I'm all the way in American and you have touched me. I saw all those IG stories he die especially during the pandenic before he got sick. And just a funny guy and lively. Praying for him and his family. Lots of loves and hugs for him.❤❤❤
He so brave and such an inspiration May he recover
🥺 So strong and wise! Be well ❤️❤️❤️
Tom Parker is a very brave man and strong for him and his family, sending ❤️
R.I.P Tom Parker never heard of the band the wanted I know they are still hurting from this loss I pray for him and his family we lost a star the goal is not to live forever the goal is to create something that will R.I.P TOM PARKER
Rip young lad x. I have one of your albums. They say that time....I get that. I don't wanna talk either. People feeling sad about illness makes me cry. See u over the veil x that's true don't take your life for granted and be nice to everyone. I'm sorry Tom I'll be speaking to you tonight tom. I hope you hear me x
What an inspiration you and your wife are. So courageous. Thank you for being such a beautiful person. Well done
Get well soon Tom
@mnkpop5858
2 жыл бұрын
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@manyord7089
2 жыл бұрын
You cant cure cancer, especially since its literally in his brain, just pray for him to live longer than 10
Such a positive outlook on what has undoubtedly been a tough period in his life. Massive respect to you Tom keep on pushing forward pal. 💙💪
On another level i really loved hearing the wanted as they did some really awesome tunes back in the day & i generally miss that where did they go they were legends in themselves they should come back too do another tune its been so long man! :( Also sad too hear that with you your a legend & you will beat this thats it keep thinking positive. :)
What a brave young man, I wish him great strength and the power to defeat it x
Rip Tom 💔🙏
Focus on living fully ! Stay positive!
Omg!! This is soo sad! This wasn't even that long ago that he got the diagnosis!
I'm crying 😥😥😥
Sending prayers to Tom & his family. What an inspiration you are. ❤🙏❤
@poozer1986
2 жыл бұрын
How'd they work out?
Love him so much
I lost my mother to this disease . God bless ❤️
Ily Tommmmm
His positivity💪🙏
Keep fighting Tom, praying for you 🙏
I’ve never listened to them but I wish you the best man… cancer fuckin sucks
Hi Tom I wish you the best recovery in health peace and love God Bless I wish you the best journey to continue fighting for our Health and our family lot’s of hug’s help a lot
Very brave young man. RIP fella.
You can hear it in his voice. Poor soul
@tracey8698
2 жыл бұрын
I know,his voice has changed hasn't it
@sofiadf4688
2 жыл бұрын
Really? Sounds fine to me. It seems his cancer has affected his movement in his arm but i dont detect any slurring or ptosis
@tracey8698
2 жыл бұрын
@@sofiadf4688 it's not slurring you can just notice a slight change
Take care Tom!🙏🏽❤
Wishing you well Tom.
RIP Tom, my condolences to his famly
Sending prayers
Live each moment fully immersed in life love and joy !
God Bless Him xxx
BLESS UP 🙌 🙏
Brave, but heartbreaking! F*ck Cancer! ❤❤❤ Tom 🙏🙏🙏
R.I.P. TOM 🙏
All that counts is here and now. I’m glad you came.