Max George has been left feeling "heartbroken" by Tom Parker's death.
The Wanted star died on Wednesday (30.03.22), aged 33, after battling a brain tumour, and Max has now taken to social media to pay a heartfelt tribute to his former bandmate.
He wrote on Instagram: "Tom, my brother, my boy, my band mate, my best bud. You lit up so many lives all over the world but I can only speak on behalf of mine.
"From the minute I met you, I knew this was gonna be a special chapter in my life. I was right. We did everything together, some amazing things, some outrageous things. Im so proud of what we achieved as band mates and as brothers. (sic)"
Max recalled the night that Tom met his wife Kelsey.
He also praised his former bandmate for battling his tumour in such a courageous and dignified manner.
His post continued: "I'm also proud that I was there the night you met Kels. I remember saying to you, 'you like her don't you?'.. to which you replied, 'bro, like you wouldn't believe'. You two really are like peas and carrots.
"Thank you for choosing me as your friend. It was an honour from day one. I'm so grateful I was with you until the very end. The courage and dignity I have witnessed over the last few months surpassed the lion I already knew you were.
"The huge hole now left in my life will forever be there, but I know your spirit will live on through your two beautiful babies, your wonderful wife, our music, your fans and in my heart.
"I'm heartbroken beyond words right now and I cannot even begin to imagine what the future holds without you, but whatever I do going forward, even on my darkest days, I can always smile and say, 'I shared the stage with Tom Parker'.
"I am going to miss you so much. I love you mate. Always. George. (sic)"
