A former Britain’s Got Talent contestant has passed away, aged 18.
Only Boys Aloud member, Ryan Howell, has tragically lost his battle with bone cancer.
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"We were deeply saddened to hear the news about Ryan," said Only Boys Aloud on Facebook.
"He was a much-valued member of Only Boys Aloud, and we shared some great times together.
"Our thoughts are with Ryan's friends and family."
Ryan’s mother Donna said: "He liked to make people laugh. That was his goal. He had an infectious smile.
"He would put a smile on your face. He was the best son I could have ever had.
“He died in my arms.”
Only Boys Aloud are a Welsh singing group, and came third in the 2012 series of Britain’s Got Talent.
Our thoughts go out to Ryan’s family and friends.