5 Star singer Stedman Pearson dies aged 60

Stedman Pearson from the British pop group 5 Star has died on the age of 60, his household has introduced.

Pearson, who died on Monday, had diabetes and was on dialysis remedy, his sister Deniece mentioned.

Stedman and Deniece had been members of the band together with their siblings Lorraine, Doris and Delroy.

Their matching outfits and synchronised dance routines meant they had been seen by some as a British reply to The Jackson 5.

In an announcement, his household mentioned: “He was a gentleman to the very finish – in each approach and an incredible son, brother and uncle.

“Could the recollections and love he gave to us and the world be our biggest consolation. He shall be deeply missed.”

5 Star launched their debut album Luxurious of Life in 1985, adopted by Silk and Metal in 1986, which went to primary.

The group had six high 10 singles within the UK charts, together with System Addict, Cannot Wait One other Minute and Rain or Shine.

The 5 siblings gained a Brit Award in 1987 for finest British group.

The band initially broke up in 1995 however started performing collectively once more in 2001.

They got here collectively for one more reunion in 2012, and, after Lorraine’s departure, continued as a four-piece till 2016.

Stedman additionally made TV appearances in 2006 and 2008 – first on Channel 5’s The All Star Expertise Present and afterward BBC Three’s Superstar Scissorhands.

The singer, who was from Romford in Essex, was the eldest of the 5 siblings.

His band had been fashioned by their dad Buster Pearson in 1983, who was additionally a singer.