TOM Parker’s widow Kelly has slammed cruel trolls criticising her new romance two years after her husband’s death.
The 33-year-old who was married to the former The Wanted singer told The Sun, “women are judged”.
Kelsey was spotted smiling and looking happier than ever with her new boyfriend, tree surgeon surgeon Will Lindsay, two years after pop star Tom’s tragic death from brain cancer.
The singer shared two young children with his devoted wife, who nursed him in his tragic final days.
Kelsey and Will were seen strolling arm-in-arm through Essex earlier this month with Kelsey beaming in every photo.
Dressed casually in an oversized cardigan and leggings, Kelsey appeared relaxed with her boyfriend by her side as the couple enjoyed some quality time together.
In one snap, Kelsey and Will laughed and held hands as they chatted, and her happiness was clear for everyone to see.
It is early days but given her public profile, and clearly embracing a new chapter of her life, the influencer told her loyal following about her romance last week.
Last night she walked the charity catwalk at Asda Tickled Pink party, marking the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as she continues to fight for those impacted by cancer.
Before strutting her stuff, Kelsey spoke to The Sun about her new chapter, and she told us: “It’s good. I’m very happy, that’s all I’m going to say, I’m happy.
“I just think you’ve got one life. My community is so supportive.”
She said everyone deserves a second chance at happiness, but Tom will always be the missing piece in her life.
“I’m looking forward to Christmas, I think it is always going to be tough for me, Tom is always going to be a piece missing to my puzzle for the rest of our lives,” Kelsey said.
“Ultimately there is no wrong or right way to grieve. It is such a taboo subject for us Brits.
“I think especially for women. Women are judged.
“From my experience from life is, if you’ve got one life live it how you want to live it.
“Don’t let anyone change your path. You’re on the path you’re meant to be on.”
Kelsey, who now has half a millions social media followers thanks to helping others through their grief, recently opened up on why she has removed her wedding ring.
She told how it felt “really painful” to look down and see the band given to her by her late husband – prompting her to make the heartbreaking decision.
Tom died in March 2022 two years after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour known as glioblastoma multiforme.
The couple were together for 13 years before his tragic passing, and they found out he had cancer when she was 35 weeks pregnant.
Kelsey has been bravely bringing up their two little girls Aurelia and Bodhi while grieving for her childhood sweetheart and released her book, With and Without You earlier this year.
Will has been a big part of Kelsey’s life over the past few months.
An insider said: “Will and Kelsey really hit if off earlier this year and he has been incredibly supportive of her.
“He helped her at a recent charity football match for Tom Parker and has attended other events with.
“She hasn’t been shy about their romance and they pair looked very loved-up at a gala last week.”
This is Kelsey’s second public relationship since Tom’s death, with the mummy blogger dating electrician Sean Boggans for just under a year before splitting in December 2023.
At the time, she said it “just wasn’t right” and later said in an interview that she had faith that Tom was “sending her signs” for her from beyond.
“When it’s meant to be, it’ll be, and that person will be sent by Tom, I reckon. He’s picking them for me,” she told OK! Magazine in June.
“I think he sent Sean for a reason. Sean was what I needed at the time and he was wonderful. I’ll never say a bad word about him.
“But, right now, I need to focus on work and providing for my children.”
Kelsey and Tom were together for 13 years and have two children together
2009: Kelsey Hardwick and Tom Parker first met. Tom Parker was a member of the British-Irish boy band The Wanted.
2011: Kelsey and Tom started dating. Their relationship grew stronger as Tom’s career with The Wanted progressed.
2016: Tom proposed to Kelsey in a romantic setting. The couple announced their engagement to the public.
2018: Tom and Kelsey got married on 14th July 2018 in a beautiful ceremony attended by family and friends.
2019: The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Aurelia Rose Parker, in July.
2020: In October, Tom Parker revealed that he had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. Kelsey stood by his side, providing support and strength.
2020: The Parkers welcomed their second child, a son named Bodhi Thomas Parker, in October.
2021-2022: Throughout Tom’s battle with cancer, Kelsey continued to support him and raise awareness about his condition.
2022: Tom Parker sadly passed away on 30th March 2022, after his courageous battle with brain cancer. Kelsey honoured his memory with heartfelt tributes and continued to share their love story with the public.
Kelsey Parker remains dedicated to keeping Tom’s memory alive and continues to be an inspiration to many for her strength and resilience.
