Tom Parker

Tom Parker most commonly refers to Thomas Anthony Parker (1988–2022), an English singer best known as a member of the pop group The Wanted.

Tom Parker most commonly refers to Thomas Anthony Parker (1988–2022), an English singer best known as a member of the pop group The Wanted. He died in 2022 after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour in 2020. The name can also refer to several other entertainers, including Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis Presley’s manager, so disambiguation is often needed.

Early life

Thomas Anthony Parker was born in Bolton, Lancashire, England, in 1988. He later became known professionally as Tom Parker.

Career with The Wanted

Parker rose to fame as one of the members of The Wanted, a British-Irish pop boy band with multiple charting singles. The group’s best-known songs include 'Glad You Came' and 'All Time Low'.

Illness and death

In 2020, Parker announced that he had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. He died in London on 30 March 2022 at age 33.

Public legacy

Parker’s illness and death drew widespread media attention in the United Kingdom and beyond. He is remembered primarily for his work with The Wanted and for public discussion of his diagnosis.