Cher Lloyd, who rose to fame on The X Factor in 2010, shared a heartbreaking update on social media, announcing the passing of her father, Darren.
In a post on Instagram, the singer shared a conversation she had with her father over text where she said, “I love you dad. More than you’ll ever know.” He then replied, “I know you do. And I love you more and more each day see you tomorrow.”
Lloyd also captioned the post with a heartfelt tribute to her father.
“Life will never be the same again. I’ve never felt pain like this. My Dad, I love you. Goodnight. 10.03.73 – 11.04.26,” she wrote.
Support Pours In For Cher Lloyd
Under Lloyd’s Instagram post, more than 500 comments were left just two hours after she shared the news.
“So so so sorry for your loss Cher! 🙏🏽💔 I remember how much he loved you and you loved him. Sending love to your family!,” songwriter Savan Kotecha commented.
“So sorry to hear this Cher. Sending love your way ❤️,” one person wrote.
“Oh Cher I’m so so sorry to hear. Sending you so much love ❤️,” another person shared.
“Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family ❤️,” someone posted.
“I’m so sorry for your loss, he had a heart of gold and was there for so many people including myself over the years 🙏💙💙,” one person said.
“What a man he was! Honestly I’m so sorry Cher! Darren was and always will be the best! I lost my dad in January 😢 I’m sending you so much love and comfort! Love to you and all your family x,” another person expressed.
Cher Lloyd Previously Opened Up About Her Father’s Health Struggles During the Pandemic
Lloyd was also very open about her father’s pre-existing health conditions that were impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the singer’s father had to be hospitalized twice.
“I’m sorry I’ve been quiet on here – I find it difficult to share my personal life at the best of times but I feel I need to let you know what’s going on. My dad has been seriously unwell and is in hospital,” she shared at the time.
“This has been really difficult on us and my heads all over the place. I wish I could see him and I wish I could be with my family to support them, especially mum,” she added. “We can’t be with dad but I’m so grateful to the doctors and nurses for looking after him. This is such a scary time for everyone. I hope you are keeping safe.”
