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The Wanted's Max George says late bandmate Tom Parker is 'always there'
Overview
Max George, member of the 2010s boy band The Wanted, has spoken about his late bandmate Tom Parker, who passed away from a brain tumour in 2022. George and fellow bandmate Siva Kaneswaran are currently touring the UK as The Wanted 2.0. George shared that hearing Parker's recorded voice in his earpiece on stage is his favourite part of the show, making him feel that Parker is always there. George also discussed his recent recovery from heart surgery following a medical error with a pacemaker.
Key points
- The Wanted achieved global success in the 2010s with hits like 'All Time Low' and 'Glad You Came'.
- Bandmate Tom Parker died from an inoperable brain tumour in March 2022 at the age of 33.
- Max George and Siva Kaneswaran are currently touring the UK as The Wanted 2.0.
- George stated that hearing Parker's voice in his ears during performances makes him feel that Parker is always there.
- George also opened up about undergoing heart surgery after complications with a pacemaker required it to be removed and replaced.