Paul Cattermole’s S Club 7 bandmates ‘were concerned for him as he appeared very quiet’ before his tragic death

Paul Cattermole’s bandmates were reportedly concerned about him returning to the group, it has emerged.

Paul Cattermole’s S Club 7 bandmates were reportedly “concerned” for him returning to the limelight before his tragic death.

The singer was found dead at his home in Wareham, in the county of Dorset in south west England, on Thursday aged just 46.

Mr Cattermole was said to have been looking forward to joining his former S Club 7 bandmates for a reunion tour scheduled for later this year.

But the rest of the pop group had concerns about the star’s return to fame as he appeared “very quiet”, the Daily Mailreports.

It comes after The Suntold how the band was left stunned by news of Mr Cattermole’s heartbreaking death.

From left to right: Rachel Stevens, Paul Cattermole, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Hannah Spearritt, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett of S Club 7 attend the announcement of their S Club 7 Reunited reunion tour at Soho Hotel on February 14, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Dave J. Hogan/Getty Images For XIX Management)

His ex Hannah Spearritt and the rest of the group “broke down” and were left “in pieces”.

A source added: “No one can believe it. There is a real sense of horror and disbelief.”

A statement from Mr Cattermole’s family confirmed there are “no suspicious circumstances” surrounding his death.

Meanwhile, the band paid tribute with a touching Instagram post in memory of their co-star.

The tribute read: “We are truly devastated by the passing of our brother Paul”.

Paul Cattermole in S Club 7’s heyday.

Paul Cattermole was just 46 when he died. Picture: Instagram.

A source added: “No one can believe it. There is a real sense of horror and disbelief.”

A statement from Mr Cattermole’s family confirmed there are “no suspicious circumstances” surrounding his death.

“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.”

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. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/CFpkjU62aD

— S Club 7 (@SClub7) April 7, 2023

The S Club 7 tour was due to take place in October, with 11 dates in both the UK and Ireland, including Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham and London.

It marked 25 years since the band – known for hits S Club Party, Never Had a Dream Come True and Reach – first formed.

All seven original members of the group – Paul, Hannah, Rachel Stevens, Tina Barrett, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh and Jo O’Meara – had agreed to reunite.

It is not clear if the gigs will still go ahead following the tragedy.

Paul Cattermole (top left) with his S Club 7 bandmates.

Mr Cattermolehad shared a post last month on his Instagram of a Eurovision Comic Relief sketch with the rest of the band and appeared to be looking forward to reuniting.

The star left the band in 2002 – joining group Skua – and they eventually split a year later.

He had also embarked on a relationship with band member Ms Spearritt in 2001 but started drinking heavily after they broke up in 2006.

The singer suffered bankruptcy woes in 2014 and was forced to sell his Brit Award on eBay.

Mr Cattermole worked odd jobs to make ends meet, regularly working as a station manager for a community radio station in Swanage, near his Dorset home.

Paul Cattermole of S Club 7 in February. Picture: Dave J. Hogan/Getty Images For XIX Management.

He also appeared on TV show First Dates Hotel in 2019 – but left after his companion failed to recognise him.

In 2022, he started providing online tarot cards services, charging $74 for readings.

A Dorset police spokesman told The Sun: “We were called at 4.41pm on Thursday 6 April 2023 to reports of the sudden death of a man aged in his 40s at an address in Wareham.

“The man’s family have been informed and HM Coroner notified.

“The death is not being treated as suspicious and inquiries are being carried out on behalf of HM Coroner.”

This story appeared in The Sunand is reproduced with permission.

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