The music world mourns the loss of Paul Cattermole, a beloved member of the renowned pop group S Club 7, who has passed away at the age of 46. The band shared the devastating news in a statement released on Friday.
In their heartfelt message, the band expressed, "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." The band members also asked for privacy for Paul's family and themselves during this difficult time.
The cause of Cattermole's death remains unknown, but local reports indicate there were "no suspicious circumstances" surrounding his passing. Earlier this week, he appeared to be in relatively good health, as he was photographed on a walk.
S Club 7, an English pop group formed in 1998 by Simon Fuller, included Cattermole, Jon Lee, Tina Barrett, Bradley McIntosh, Jo O'Meara, Hannah Spearritt, and Rachel Stevens. The band achieved significant success with four UK #1 singles, including "S Club Party" and "Bring It All Back." Their song "Never Had a Dream Come True" also reached the Top 10 in the United States.
Cattermole had been scheduled to participate in S Club 7's upcoming reunion tour, which would also mark the group's 25th anniversary. The loss of Paul Cattermole is undoubtedly a significant blow to both the band and their fans, as they all cherish the memories and music he left behind.