The Wanted have announced they will no longer play at an upcoming UK event next month as they need "time out for reflection" after the death of bandmate Tom Parker.
Parker died in March at the age of 33 from an inoperable brain tumour, leaving behind his wife Kelsey and children Aurelia and Bodhi.
The boy band were due to perform at the Live After Racing event at Newcastle Racecourse on 23 July, but confirmed in a statement that they will no longer be performing.
They wrote on Twitter: "After some reflection, and with a heavy heart, we can confirm that we will no longer be performing at the Live After Racing event scheduled to take place at Newcastle Racecourse on 23rd July.
"It is just over 2 months since we lost Tom and as much as we love performing live, it is just far too soon for us to even think about being on stage again as The Wanted.
"We are all still processing the events of the last few months and need to take this time out for reflection. We are so sorry to let anyone down and thank you for your understanding and support. We will see you all soon x."
Source: Press Association
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