S CLUB 7 have released an emotional statement thanking fans after the death of Paul Cattermole.
The singer passed away suddenly earlier this week aged just 46, just weeks after the band reformed for a reunion tour.
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Now the band have thanked fans for the thousands of messages of love and support they have received.
The statement reads: “Thank you to all of our incredible fans and friends who have shared their love for our brother Paul.
“In this difficult time for all of us, it gives us strength to know that he will never be forgotten.
“In lieu of flowers, Paul’s family have requested that anyone who would like to can join us in making a donation in his honour to the National Youth Music Theatre, an organisation that brought Paul so much joy growing up.
“We love you all, S Club.”
Paul was said to have been looking forward to joining his former S Club 7 bandmates for a reunion tour scheduled for later this year.
But the rest of the pop group had concerns about the star’s return to fame as he appeared “very quiet”, the Daily Mail reports.
It comes after The Sun told how the band was left stunned by news of Paul’s heartbreaking death.
His ex Hannah Spearritt and the rest of the group “broke down” and were left “in pieces”.
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A source added: “No one can believe it. There is a real sense of horror and disbelief.”
A statement from Paul’s family confirmed there are “no suspicious circumstances” surrounding his death.
Meanwhile, the band paid tribute with a touching Instagram post in memory of their co-star.
The tribute read: “We are truly devastated by the passing of our brother Paul.
“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.
“We ask that you respect the privacy of his family and of the band at this time.”
The S Club 7 tour was due to take place in October, with 11 dates in both the UK and Ireland, including Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham and London.
It marked 25 years since the band – known for hits ‘S Club Party’, ‘Never Had a Dream Come True’ and ‘Reach’ – first formed.
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All seven original members of the group – Paul, Hannah, Rachel Stevens, Tina Barrett, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh and Jo O’Meara – had agreed to reunite.
It is not clear if the gigs will still go ahead following the tragedy.
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