The Wanted’s Tom Parker Reveals Brain Tumour Is ‘Under Control’ In Latest Health Update

4 November 2021, 12:57 | Updated: 4 November 2021, 13:00

The Wanted's Tom Parker thanks fans for support after revealing brain tumour is under control

By Capital FM

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Tom Parker shared an emotional message with fans after finding out that his brain tumour is 'under control'.

The Wanted’s Tom Parker has revealed that his brain tumour is 'stable' and ‘under control’ after a positive result from his latest MRI scan.

The 33-year-old singer underwent a routine scan earlier this week to check the progress of his treatment after he was diagnosed with stage four glioblastoma last year.

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Sharing the brilliant news with his fans, Tom took to Instagram in a very emotional post as he gave his 260,000 followers a health update.

He wrote: “I’m sat here with tears in my eyes as I tell you. We’ve got my brain tumour under control.”

Tom continued: “We had the results from my latest scan…and I’m delighted to say it is STABLE. Such a mix of emotions.

“We couldn’t ask for any more really at this point; a year or so in to this journey. Honestly over the moon.

“We can sleep a little easier tonight. Thank you for all your love and support over the last 12+ months,” Tom added, before taking to his Instagram Stories to thank everyone for the overwhelming support he’s received.

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Fans and fellow stars flooded the comments of the post to share their relief over the amazing news and sent their love in a string of heartfelt messages.

This comes after Tom was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in September last year after he suffered a seizure.

He has since undergone chemotherapy and radiotherapy as part of his treatment.

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