The music world and its fans remember Tom Parker, a member of the band The Wanted, on the fourth anniversary of his passing. His widow, Kelsey Parker, shared a moving video and a message dedicated to his memory. Parker, who passed away at 33, was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in October 2020. Glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer, was diagnosed and he ultimately lost the battle against this disease in London, after receiving palliative care.

The video posted by Kelsey includes family moments, from home videos to images from their wedding and moments with their children. Kelsey's message expresses the deep sadness and emptiness left by Tom's absence, as well as the love and pride she feels for her children. The couple married in 2018 and had two children: Aurelia and Bodhi.

Kelsey Parker has spoken openly about her grief in recent years, becoming an author and motivational speaker, keeping her husband's memory alive through social media posts. In her message, Kelsey wrote: 'Dear Tom, my Papi… It’s been 4 years… 4 whole years without you'. She expressed the wish to have 'one more day' to laugh, sing, and be together.

She also mentioned the pain that Tom couldn't spend more time with his children, Aurelia, now six, and Bodhi, four. Kelsey added that her family loved him 'with everything we had… but somehow, it still wasn't enough'. In the message, Kelsey also admitted the difficulty of moving forward, asking herself 'why me?'. However, she trusts that it is all part of a bigger plan.

Kelsey shared details about her children, highlighting Aurelia's similarities to her father, describing her as 'strong, funny, and fierce'. Regarding Bodhi, whom she describes as 'the most beautiful and kindest soul', Kelsey emphasized the child's love for football and animals.

Kelsey concluded her tribute by mentioning that Tom is 'up there looking after [her] baby boy', also remembering the loss of her third child, Phoenix Parker-Lindsay, who was stillborn in June of last year. Furthermore, she expressed her gratitude for the signs and messages she has received, asking that they never cease. Kelsey is in a relationship with Will Lindsay, a tree surgeon, and announced her pregnancy in January 2024.

Kelsey's post received numerous messages of support from Tom Parker's fans. @keepingupwiththevinces wrote: 'Even as “just a fan” I still think of him now, he really touched people’s lives in such a way he’ll never be forgotten. Sending you & your family so much love Kels ❤️'. @atu_mn commented: 'He is so missed. He was the most genuine soul. 4 years later and it still feels so raw. Sending you and your family so much love Kelsey'.

@amy_v_long thanked Kelsey for 'continuing to share Tom with us', while @sophie.phillips.75033 said he would be 'so proud' of her. @sarahjayne2000 added: 'I still can’t believe this happened, I miss watching his stories of you all everyday, what a loss to this world 😢 [sic]'.

Kelsey Parker, who previously dated Sean Boggans, stated to Metro that she didn't want to be a 'typical widow', refusing to allow 'guilt' to prevent her from living her life. 'If there is a grief handbook, please hand it to me! I’m just doing what feels best for me, and I’m just being Kelsey,' she said, praising Parker's fans for supporting her.

'I get asked if I feel guilty, but it’s like, guilty for living? No, because I’m the one still here,' she added. 'I have to live my life now'. Kelsey emphasizes the importance of moving forward and finding happiness, honoring Tom through her memories and the love for her children.