S Club 7 star Bradley McIntosh has broken his silence over the tragic death of bandmate Paul Cattermole.

He posted a video of a sketch they did together on the group's TV show, referring to him as a "big brother".

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Paul was revealed to have died aged 46 at his home in Dorset

The 46-year-old singer was found at his £172,000 home in Dorset on April 7. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Bradley wrote an emotional post on Instagram saying: "I can’t believe I’m writing this right now.

"But as many of you know we lost our dear friend, fellow band member and big brother Paul last week.

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"Thankyou for the good times the memories and big love. We had so many great adventures together.

"I know your not going to be with us on the next one in the physical but you’ll always be with us in our hearts and thoughts."

He concluded: "Gonna miss you. Love you bro. R.I.P 💙🙏🏾."

Bradley and Paul were both members of the pop group S Club 7 alongside Rachel Stevens, Jon Lee,  Tina Barrett and Jo O'Meara.

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They had been looking forward to joining his former S Club bandmates for a 25th anniversary reunion tour scheduled for later this year.

A statement from Paul's family last Friday read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son and brother Paul Cattermole.

"Paul was found yesterday, 6th April 2023 at his home in Dorset and was pronounced dead later that afternoon. 

"While the cause of death is currently unknown, Dorset Police has confirmed that there were no suspicious circumstances. 

"Paul’s family, friends and fellow members of S Club request privacy at this time."

A source told The Sun: “Everyone is in pieces. Hannah and the rest of the gang broke down when told what happened.

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

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