PAUL Cattermole’s ex Hannah Spearritt was undecided about an S Club 7 reunion as she was worried about “awkwardness” between them.
Hannah, who dated Paul for five years from 2001, has now been left “in pieces” following his tragic death on Thursday aged just 46.
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The singer had recently shared his excitement at re-joining his bandmates for a planned reunion tour to mark 25 years since S Club 7 was first formed.
But Hannah was said to be undecided about signing up due to the “awkwardness” of having to be around him again.
The group last performed together at Children in Need in 2014 and the following year reunited for a Bring It All Back Tour.
Paul later revealed the reunion with Hannah was blissful for two weeks before it turned sour.
He was also beset by money issues after going bankrupt in 2014.
Paul, born in St Albans, Herts, and Hannah, 42, became friends in their teens at the National Youth Music Theatre.
S Club 7 were then formed in 1998, along with Rachel Stevens, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh, Tina Barrett and Jo O’Meara.
They enjoyed hits including S Club Party, Reach and Never Had A Dream Come True but Paul left the band in 2002 and they eventually split a year later.
Paul’s death came a week after we told how he had a secret meeting with Hannah in which he apologised for his behaviour towards her.
Four days later S Club 7 officially re-launched. It is not known if the tour due to start in October will now take place.
The band said in a statement: “We are truly devastated by the passing of our brother Paul.
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“There are no words to describe the deep sadness and loss we all feel.
“We were so lucky to have had him in our lives and are thankful for the amazing memories we have.
“He will be so deeply missed by each and every one of us.”
Tributes also poured in for the “gentle and shy” singer from stunned fans and celebrities.
Paul was found dead on Thursday afternoon at his £172,000 home in Wareham, Dorset.
Police confirmed their are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
A source told The Sun: “Everyone is in pieces. Hannah and the rest of the gang broke down when told what happened.
“No one can believe it. There is a real sense of horror and disbelief.”
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