Kelsey Parker, widow of the late Tom Parker from The Wanted, has publicly addressed online trolls following her announcement of a new relationship with boyfriend Will. In her statement, Kelsey emphasized that Tom would have wanted her to find happiness after his passing two years ago.
She expressed her desire to move forward in her life while honoring Tom’s memory, indicating that she is ready to embrace new beginnings. Kelsey’s comments reflect her commitment to finding joy and support in her new relationship despite facing criticism from some quarters.
Kelsey Parker, 33, a mother of two, shared that her late husband Tom Parker would have wanted her to find happiness, especially after facing negative messages online when she removed her wedding ring. She explained that she took off the ring as part of her healing process, asserting her right to move forward. Kelsey has been open about her journey following Tom’s death, emphasizing that she is committed to embracing new experiences while still cherishing his memory.
Earlier this week, Kelsey Parker shared a photo of her new partner on Instagram, captioning the post with just a heart emoji. Kelsey became a widow in March 2022 when her husband, Tom Parker, a member of The Wanted, passed away at the age of 33 after a battle with brain cancer.
Now, two years later, she has revealed her new relationship with her tree-surgeon partner, whom she met while fundraising in honor of Tom. Kelsey has expressed that she is open to finding happiness again while keeping Tom’s memory alive.
In her new book, Kelsey Parker: With And Without You, Kelsey Parker reflects on her journey through grief and the process of finding love again. She shared, “I’ve got to a stage in my grief journey where I’ve let that guilt go. Tom would want me to be happy.”
Kelsey previously dated electrician Sean Boggans, starting in November 2022, following Tom’s death in March. However, their relationship ended in December 2023 after a tumultuous on-off period. She noted that during her time with Sean, she sought companionship to fill the emotional void left by her husband’s passing, expressing a desire not to be treated solely as a widow. This candid exploration of her experiences highlights Kelsey’s commitment to healing and moving forward.
Kelsey Parker revealed that earlier this year, she decided to take off her wedding ring, which led to renewed trolling online. She explained that the decision was driven by the pain of seeing the ring daily, emphasizing, “It doesn’t mean I’m forgetting Tom.”
The last Tom Parker Charity Football Match took place on June 16, coinciding with Father’s Day, though it remains unclear if this event is when she met her new boyfriend, Will. Previously, Kelsey expressed her belief that Tom would “send the right man for her,” a sentiment she reiterated in a June interview with OK! Magazine. This reflects her ongoing connection to Tom while navigating her new relationship.
