Max George wants his former The Wanted bandmate, Tom Parker, to know he has his back.
Showing his support on social media, George shared a photo compilation of Parker and the band on Instagram.
He dedicated a touching message to Parker, writing: “First of all.. I think the bravery of Tom and Kelsey announcing their situation is incredible. It’s obviously a devastating and scary time… but for those who don’t know Tom I will say this. There is nothing that he has ever given up on and has never taken no for an answer.”
George continued, “His heart is the size of a lions, and it is his drive and passion that has always led The Wanted and made sure we are looked after the right way. Speaking as a brother, a friend and a band mate.. I know that you will conquer this as you have every other challenge you have ever faced.”
He concluded the post by ensuring Parker he has everyone’s support and says, “We are all on this journey together… and I can’t wait to get back on the stage with you and the boys and have a proper celebration when you’re better. You got this my man. I love you, Kels and all the family with all my heart and I’ll be right here.❤️”
On Monday morning, the lead singer of The Wanted revealed in an Instagram podcast that he had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour.
RELATED: Beyoncé Sends Young Cancer Patient A Sweet Note And Flowers
Explaining that he is “undergoing treatment,” the 32-year-old added, “We decided, after a lot of thought, that rather than hiding away and trying to keep it a secret, we would do one interview where we could lay out all the details and let everyone know the facts in our own way.”
In an interview with OK! Magazine, Parker said he was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma six weeks ago.
“I knew something wasn’t right, but I never expected it to be this,” he said.
Despite the diagnosis being terminal, Parker said, “I’m going to be here. I’m going to fight this.”
The diagnosis came after the singer suffered multiple seizures in July.
Parker is married to actress Kelsey Hardwick, with whom he has a 16-month-old child, Aurelia, and are expecting their second baby.
RELATED: Ian Ziering Shares Update On Shannen Doherty’s Cancer Fight: ‘She’s Doing Great’
On social media, fans offered best wishes support to Parker upon learning the news.
The Wanted defined years of my life and arguably they still do. The boys mean everything to me. Tom you are a bloody fighter and I know you will stay so strong. So much love ❤️ @TomParker
— bethan (@blondebethan) October 12, 2020
I literally can’t thank the wanted enough for making my teeenage years, sounds sad but they were a big part of it. My heart is literally broken, sending you so much love @TomParker 💗🥺🥰
— Cordelia (@corddeliaa) October 12, 2020
I may have grown up and become a mum but I tell you now The Wanted made my teenage years, those Lads mean everything to anyone in the TWFamily and my thoughts and love are with @TomParker and Family❤
You've got this Tom you are bloody strong than you think💙❤
— CᴀsᴇʏAʙɪɢᴀɪʟ♡ (@CaseyAstburyxx) October 12, 2020