S Club 7 singer Paul Cattermole has died "unexpectedly" at the age of 46, his family and the pop group announced.
The singer, who was due to be reuniting with the band in February for a 25th anniversary tour, was found dead on Thursday afternoon at this home in Dorset.
In a statement announcing his death, Paul Cattermole's family and S Club 7 said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son and brother Paul Cattermole.
"Paul was found yesterday, 6th April 2023 at his home in Dorset and was pronounced dead later that afternoon.
"While the cause of death is currently unknown, Dorset Police has confirmed that there were no suspicious circumstances. Paul’s family, friends and fellow members of S Club request privacy at this time."
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. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/CFpkjU62aD
— S Club 7 (@SClub7) April 7, 2023
A statement on the S Club social media accounts said: "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."
Originally created by former Spice Girls manager Simon Fuller in 1998, S Club 7 had hits including Reach, Don't Stop Movin’ and their debut Bring It All Back.
Cattermole left the seven-piece pop group in 2002 after four years to embark on a solo career.
Scottish broadcaster Lorraine Kelly has described Paul Cattermole as "gentle and shy" as she paid tribute to the singer following his death.
This is so sad. Lovely man and he was so looking forward to the #sclub7 reunion. Interviewed them all many times and struck by how gentle and shy he was. https://t.co/JBw4GlFvOo
— Lorraine (@reallorraine) April 7, 2023
"This is so sad. Lovely man and he was so looking forward to the #sclub7 reunion," she tweeted.
"Interviewed them all many times and struck by how gentle and shy he was."
Source: Press Association
