S Club 7 star Paul Cattermole has died.
The singer was found dead at home aged just 46 and there are believed to be “no suspicious circumstances” around his passing.
A statement from the band reads: “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.”
A second statement from his family adds: “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.”
The shocking news comes weeks after the band confirmed plans to embark on a massive 25th anniversary reunion tour, with 15 dates announced across the UK.
Formed in 1998, S Club 7 rose to fame the following year with their CBBC series ‘Miami 7’, after which they launched their pop career with the chart-topping Bring It All Back.
Over the next four years, they released 10 hit singles – including the No. 1s Never Had a Dream Come True, Don’t Stop Movin’ and Have You Ever – and three albums, before Paul quit the band in 2002.
They continued as S Club, releasing the Top 5 hit Alive from fourth album ‘Seeing Double’ (2002), before splitting the following year after one more single and their Greatest Hits album.
In 2015, the original line-up reunited for the ‘Bring It All Back Tour’, marking the band’s final performances together.
