Aston Merrygold has lead the tributes to “original JLS member” Jack Nathaniel Pointer-Mackenzie, who has died aged 35.
Jack was a backing dancer for the popular boy band, who shot to fame after appearing on The X Factor back in 2008.
His tragic death was announced by Base Dance Studios in a statement shared to Instagram on Monday.
They wrote: “A unique gift, who shall be sorely missed 🙏🏼 Thank you for sharing your talent with us 🤍”
Aston, who is the lead singer in JLS, reshared the post to his Instagram Stories and wrote: “RIP captain. Original JLS team member!”
He also shared a video of Jack dancing on stage with the band, and penned: “Captain Jack always with the vibe from 2009 and beyond!! A phenomenal team member!”
Jack has worked with a number of A-list stars throughout his career – including Justin Bieber, Camila Cabello and Hozier.
His cause of death has not yet been revealed.
