August 23rd 2024.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Will Read, a beloved star from Britain's Got Talent. Will, who stole our hearts with his performance in the 2012 series alongside judge David Walliams, has left us at the young age of 51.
Will was part of the comedy act The Showbears, and their talent took them all the way to the live semi-finals of the competition. But it was their surprise guest performance with David at the 2012 final that truly captured our hearts. Sadly, Will passed away at his home on August 7th, with his dear friend and brother by his side.
In his obituary notice, it reads that Will was a talented musician who excelled in percussion, drums, and vocals. He even had the opportunity to tour with Gloria Estefan and travel the world as a musical director. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and colleagues.
A private family service has already taken place, but a Celebration of Will's Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Christie or Macmillan Cancer Support in Will's memory.
Will's love for music started at an early age, as he performed in various bands while attending Puss Bank Junior School in Macclesfield. By his teenage years, he had joined forces with his older brother Tom and their father Roger to perform regularly. Will's talent even landed him the opportunity to perform with well-known bands such as Take Five, Arthur Wakefield, and Ronnie Darlington, among others.
But it was his time on Britain's Got Talent that truly shone the spotlight on Will and his group The Showbears. Their glittery suits and entertaining performances stole the show, and Will's talent caught the attention of Gloria Estefan, who invited him to join her European Tour. He then went on to become a musical director on Sun Cruises and performed as a drummer on the MV Seawing while traveling the world.
Upon his return home, Will joined the East Cheshire Council as a care assessor and also tutored aspiring musicians. He continued to share his love for music by recording from his own home studio.
Last year, Will announced on Facebook that his cancer was terminal, and he was determined to make the most of the time he had left with his loved ones. He even retired early from work to spend more time with his family and friends. In his post, he reflected on all the incredible experiences he had in his lifetime and promised to continue entertaining us with his hijinks.
Fans and friends have taken to social media to pay their respects to the talented musician. His brother has been sharing musical memories of Will, and many have shared their fond memories of him. One friend described Will as a lovely man who improved the lives of many with his humor and positive attitude. Another thanked him for helping her with her singing and wished him peace.
We here at The Agency entertainment team extend our condolences to Will's family and friends. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures to share, please get in touch with us. We would love to hear from you.
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