**Kelsey Parker Shares Belief Late Husband Tom ‘Chose’ Her New Partner**
Kelsey Parker, the widow of The Wanted singer Tom Parker, has opened up about her journey of grief, love and renewal, crediting her late husband with “picking” her new partner, Will Lindsay. Since Tom’s untimely passing in 2022 from a brain tumour at the age of 33, Kelsey has remained in the public eye, candidly discussing her life as a young widow and mother.
The 34-year-old, who shares two children—Aurelia, aged five, and Bodhi, aged four—with Tom, is now expecting her first child with Will, a tree surgeon. Kelsey has spoken about the complex emotions involved in moving forward after Tom’s death, making clear that her late husband continues to play a significant role in her life and decisions.
In a recent interview with Closer magazine, Kelsey reflected on her new relationship, expressing a strong sense that Tom’s presence continues to guide her. “I do feel like Tom actually picked him. I think he was like, ‘He’s great. He’s perfect for her,'” she said, suggesting that her bond with Tom still provides direction and reassurance as she navigates a new chapter.
Since becoming a mother for the first time, Kelsey’s children have been a source of strength during her bereavement. She credits Aurelia and Bodhi for giving her purpose following Tom’s illness and passing. However, the public reaction to her evolving personal life has not always been supportive. She has faced criticism from some quarters, with detractors accusing her of moving on too quickly.
Addressing the negativity, Kelsey revealed, “Will’s been amazing. He embraces Tom. But the bad comments stick with you.” She noted the unique challenges Will faces as a new partner, especially as someone stepping into a situation deeply affected by loss, and commended him for navigating these circumstances with understanding and patience. Notably, Kelsey said she once worried about potential jealousy, but “Will doesn’t feel that way about Tom, which I was always worried about, because my love for Tom is obviously like beyond.”
Will Lindsay’s own history of loss has provided him with a valuable perspective. Having lost his father at the age of 21, he is able to relate empathetically to Kelsey’s children and the grief that permeates the family. “He understands what [the children are] going through. He just gets it,” Kelsey explained.
Nevertheless, the impending arrival of her and Will’s baby has brought new emotional challenges to the surface. Kelsey admitted in an interview with new! magazine that she anticipates potential confusion and mixed emotions for Aurelia and Bodhi when their half-sibling begins to refer to Will as ‘dad’. “They don’t call Will ‘dad’ but I don’t know how that’s going to change when the baby’s here. It might be strange for them,” she confided. While she has attempted to prepare her children for this eventuality, Kelsey acknowledged that discussing it and experiencing it are two entirely different things.
Despite these anxieties, Kelsey emphasised the strong bond that has developed between Will and her children. Their relationship has grown to the extent that, during a recent weekend trip when Will was away, the children called him every day, eager for his return. “I think it’s because they’ve lost someone, too, as other children probably wouldn’t be like that with a new father figure in their life,” she observed, highlighting how shared grief can foster closeness.
Kelsey Parker’s reflections illustrate the ongoing challenges and resilience required to rebuild family life after loss. Her openness in confronting public judgement, and in sharing both her fears and hopes for the future, has resonated with many. As her family prepares to welcome a new member, Kelsey’s story continues to underscore the complexities inherent in love, memory, and moving forward after bereavement.