Paul Cattermole death: Rylan Clark and Shayne Ward lead tributes to S Club 7 star
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Following the news of S Club 7’s Paul Cattermole’s death, several high-profile celebrities have paid tribute.
Cattermole was found dead in his home in Dorset on Thursday (6 April) and pronounced dead later that day, his family have said. He was 46 years old.
A cause of death is currently unknown. Dorset Police have confirmed that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the musician’s death.
Cattermole’s band shared a message announcing the news, writing on Twitter: “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.”
His death follows week after S Club 7 – formed of Cattermole, Hannah Spearritt, Jon Lee, Jo O’Meara, Rachel Stevens, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett – announced plans for a major reunion tour.
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Paul Cattermole of S Club 7 star dies aged 46
S Club 7 ‘devastated’ after band member Paul Cattermole’s death
Rylan sends S Club 7 ‘all the love'
Dan Wootton remembers ‘pop legend’ Paul Cattermole
The Independent’s Music Correspondent remembers S Club 7 as ‘such a huge part of my childhood’
Friday 7 April 2023 23:40 , Tom Murray
The Independent’s Music Correspondent Roisin O’Connor paid tribute to the British pop band, writing: “The most terrible news.
“S Club 7 was such a huge part of my childhood, dance routines included.”
S Club 7 was such a huge part of my childhood, dance routines included. The most terrible news. Thinking of Paul's family, friends and the band.
— Roisin O'Connor (@Roisin_OConnor) April 7, 2023
What was Paul Cattermole’s cause of death?
01:19 , Tom Murray
At the time of writing, no further details about Cattermole’s death have been released. He was found dead in his home in Dorset on Thursday (7 April).
Local police have confirmed that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the musician’s death. He was 46.
Saturday 8 April 2023 00:20 , Inga Parkel
S Band 7 honour bandmate Paul Cattermole
Friday 7 April 2023 23:20 , Inga Parkel
“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,” the band wrote on social media.
“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.”
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. (2/2)
— S Club 7 (@SClub7) April 7, 2023
Rylan sends S Club 7 ‘all the love'
Friday 7 April 2023 22:40 , Inga Parkel
Sending all the love to you all xxx
— R Y L A N (@Rylan) April 7, 2023
Fan shares old video of Paul Cattermole singing on tour in 2015
Friday 7 April 2023 22:20 , Inga Parkel
Paul Cattermole with his acoustic rendition of Reach on S Club 7's last tour in 2015
RIP Paulpic.twitter.com/quO64JuujR— johnnymac (@mr_johnny_mac) April 7, 2023
Friday 7 April 2023 21:40 , Inga Parkel
So sad to hear about #PaulCattermole my kids loved the fun of @SClub7 they brought a lot of music, laughter and dancing to our lives. Absolute tragedy xxx
— Emma Kenny (@emmakennytv) April 7, 2023
Jedward sends ‘strength’ to S Club 7
Friday 7 April 2023 21:20 , Inga Parkel
Irish singing duo Jedward have shared their shock at the “devastating” news of Paul Cattermole’s death.
On the S club 7’s Instagram post, announcing Cattermole’s passing, Jedward commented: “This is devastating sending you all Love Surrounding you with strength!”
Actor Kai Owen ‘gutted’ by news of Paul Cattermole’s death
Friday 7 April 2023 20:40 , Inga Parkel
Welsh actor Kai Owen has spoken out about the tragic news of Paul Cattermole’s death.
“Gutted. RIP to my old mate Paul,” he wrote on Twitter. “The memories from our time together at @MountviewLDN and beyond are flooding back. SO many… all filled with laughter, songs, & snogging! Rest in Peace mate.”
Gutted. RIP to my old mate Paul 🙏🏼The memories from our time together at @MountviewLDN and beyond are flooding back. SO many… all filled with laughter, songs, & snogging! Rest in Peace mate. 💔❤️ love and thoughts to all Paul’s family, friends & @SClub7 #PaulCattermole
— Kai Owen (@KaiKaiOwen) April 7, 2023
Friday 7 April 2023 20:20 , Inga Parkel
Shayne Ward pays tribute
Friday 7 April 2023 19:55 , Tom Murray
Shayne Ward said it was a “privilege” watching Cattermole perform.
The English singer who rose to fame as the winner of the second series of The X Factor tweeted: “#rip #paulcattermole @Paulcattermole1 Was a privilege watching you do what you do best when I was growing up. Was and still am a big of fan of you and the gang. My condolences to paul’s family and extended family @SClub7 x”
#rip #paulcattermole @Paulcattermole1
Was a privilege watching you do what you do best when I was growing up.
Was and still am a big of fan of you and the gang.
My condolences to paul’s family and extended family @SClub7 x pic.twitter.com/eWIH0ReDpW— Shayne Ward (@shayneTward) April 7, 2023
The Independent’s Nick Levine remembers S Club 7 on Miami 7 as ‘appointment viewing’
Friday 7 April 2023 19:40 , Inga Parkel
Such tragic news. So many of us grew up on the music and TV shows Paul Cattermole made with S Club 7 - Miami 7 was appointment viewing. And he was in such good spirits at the press launch for the reunion tour in February. https://t.co/4lAyj6F8Rl
— Nick Levine (@mrnicklevine) April 7, 2023
What was Paul Cattermole’s cause of death?
Friday 7 April 2023 19:20 , Inga Parkel
At the moment, there are no details about Cattermole’s death. He was found dead in his home in Dorset on Thursday (7 April).
Local police have confirmed that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the musician’s death. He was 46.
Rocky Horror Show honours ‘treasured cast member’ Paul Cattermole
Friday 7 April 2023 18:40 , Inga Parkel
Cattermole, who portrayed both Eddie and Dr Scott in The Rocky Horror Show between 2015 and 2016, was honoured by his “Rocky Horror family”.
“Here he is giving us an impromptu version of ‘Reach For the Stars’, one night after the show,” the Rocky Horror Show UK’s Twitter account wrote.
Today we remember Paul Cattermole, who played the roles of Eddie and Dr. Scott in The Rocky Horror Show between 2015 and 2016. He will always be a part of the Rocky Horror family! pic.twitter.com/CLJOopnsPJ
— Rocky Horror Show (@rockyhorroruk) April 7, 2023
S Club 7 recently announced plans for a major reunion tour
Friday 7 April 2023 18:20 , Inga Parkel
In mid-February, the seven-piece British pop group announced they were planning a major reunion tour in celebration of “ 25 years of S Club 7”.
They had planned on bringing back Nineties nostalgia across the UK and Ireland this October.
It’s not clear yet whether Paul Cattermole’s death will affect the tour.
Friday 7 April 2023 17:40 , Inga Parkel
S Club 7 features seven members: Cattermole, Rachel Stevens, Hannah Spearritt, Tina Barrett, Jon Lee, Jo O’Meara, and Bradley McIntosh.
In 1999, the British pop group reached No 1 with their debut single “Bring It All Back”. Other S Club 7 hits include other high-energy tunes such as “S Club Party” (1999) and “Don’t Stop Movin” (2001).
By the time that S Club 7 disbanded in 2003, the group had recorded four studio albums, released 11 singles that all entered the top 5 UK charts, and sold more than 10 million albums worldwide.
BBC journalist shares throwback video of Paul Cattermole
Friday 7 April 2023 17:20 , Inga Parkel
“I see there are some jokes online around his passing because of S Club 7 and their style of music. But for a while they were one of the biggest pop groups on the planet. Paul was only 17 when he became a global star... But it shows you, you never know what anyone is going through. RIP,” Colm Flynn wrote.
Sad news about the passing of S Club 7 band member Paul Cattermole at 46. I see there are some jokes online around his passing because of S Club 7 and their style of music. But for a while they were one of the biggest pop groups on the planet. Paul was only 17 when he became a… pic.twitter.com/kD4KpbSwOj
— Colm Flynn (@colmflynnire) April 7, 2023
S Club 7 ‘devastated’ after band member Paul Cattermole’s death
Friday 7 April 2023 17:00 , Inga Parkel
The musician’s bandmates were the first to pay tribute to him.
‘We are devastated’: S Club 7 pay tribute to Paul Cattermole after band member’s death
‘He will be so deeply missed by each and every one of us,’ band said in tribute
Friday 7 April 2023 16:52 , Inga Parkel
Rylan sends S Club 7 ‘all the love'
Friday 7 April 2023 16:35 , Inga Parkel
Sending all the love to you all xxx
— R Y L A N (@Rylan) April 7, 2023
Dan Wootton remembers ‘pop legend’ Paul Cattermole
Friday 7 April 2023 16:34 , Inga Parkel
Paul Cattermole, a pop legend as part of S Club 7.
I will never forget the joy of this day and the impending excitement of seeing you reunited again soon.
Reach for the stars now, sir.
Just heartbreaking. pic.twitter.com/hAFO613GeD— Dan Wootton (@danwootton) April 7, 2023
S Club 7’s Paul Cattermole dies aged 46
Friday 7 April 2023 16:10 , Inga Parkel
Paul Cattermole death: S Club 7 star dies aged 46
Singer was found at his home in Dorset, his family said
