Charity football match in memory of The Wanted's Tom Parker

The Bolton singer died two years ago from a brain tumour

Author: Greg DeanPublished 16th Jun 2024

A charity football match is taking place in memory of popstar Tom Parker who died two years ago from a brain tumour.

It’s taking place at Dorking Wanderers football ground in Surrey on Sunday afternoon.

The event has been organised to coincide with Father’s Day by Tom’s wife, Kelsey Parker. All proceeds will be donated to the Tom Parker Foundation.

Tom’s band – The Wanted – is best known for songs like Glad You Came and All Time Low.

Kelsey Parker will host the event in aid of her late husband. She will be attending the match with her two children.

Celebrities playing this year include stars from EastEnders, Gogglebox, Coronation Street, Hollyoaks, Made in Chelsea, Love Island, and The Apprentice.

It’s taking place at Dorking’s Meadowbank Stadium where the gates will open at 12 o’clock with kick off at 1:30pm.

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