Kelsey Parker has opened up about finding love after the death of her husband Tom Parker.
Tragically, Tom passed away on March 30, 2022, at the age of 33, after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. The Wanted singer and Kelsey, who tied the knot in 2018 had two children together, Aurelia Rose and Bodhi Thomas.
In the years following her husband's death, Kelsey has been open about her grieving process and the challenges of moving forward. She has since entered a new relationship and announced her pregnancy, expressing that while the news is "bittersweet," she is embracing the joys of moving forward with her life.
Kelsey has also addressed criticism regarding her decision to find love again and expand her family, emphasising that her children deserve happiness and that she has the right to pursue her own. She highlighted societal double standards in perceptions of grieving, noting that men are often praised for moving on, while women face criticism.
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Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)In an interview with The Sun, Kelsey shared that, ultimately, everyone wants to find happiness. She met Tom at 19, believing they would spend their whole lives together. Responding to criticism, she made it clear that she honoured her vows, staying by his side through both health and illness.
Kelsey told The publication: "However, I also vowed til death us do part. He has died. It sounds harsh but I’ve got to accept no matter how much I wish it was different, he's not coming back. If I could bring him back and spend the rest of my life with him and have my two kids and have more kids with him, I would." She stated that she did everything necessary to care for him during his illness. If he had asked her to follow any specific action to aid his condition, she would have done it.
"He was my life, my partner and my soulmate but that's not happened for me. While it’s been difficult for me, it’s horrible for Will too. This is his first child and he’s preparing to be a dad. I’ve already had this experience. I feel like people are taking the excitement away from Will," she added.
Kelsey announced that she and her partner Will were expecting their first child together last month. Speaking previously about her pregnancy, Kelsey told the Mirror: "Tom and I always said we wanted four – but life had other plans. So yes, this is amazing but also bittersweet. The joys of finding out I’m pregnant and moving forward with my life, while thinking, 'My life could have been so different.' I've felt every emotion under the sun. I'm still getting my head around it but I'm so excited. And I know I'm putting myself out there, telling people. I just want everyone to be as happy as I am."
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