The Wanted break up: 'Glad You Came' band announce split after 'Word of Mouth' Tour to 'pursue personal endeavors,' new 'Glow In The Dark' music video release

The Wanted, a popular English-Irish boy band known for their hit single "Glad You Came," will break up following their upcoming "Word of Mouth" tour. The boys broke the news to fans in an official statement on Wednesday (January 22).

Here's the full announcement regarding The Wanted's split (via the band's website):

"The Wanted are pleased to announce the release of their new video and single 'Glow In The Dark' taken from their November release 'Word of Mouth'. They are very excited to perform 'Glow In The Dark' along with their smash singles 'I Found You', 'Chasing The Sun', and 'Glad You Came', amongst others for their fans on their upcoming Word of Mouth Tour.

This tour will be their last for a while as Tom, Max, Jay, Siva and Nathan have collectively decided to take time to pursue personal endeavors following the tour's conclusion. The band wants to stress to their fans that they will continue on as The Wanted and look forward to many successful projects together in the future. They thank their fans for their continued love and support and look forward to seeing them on tour."

Members of The Wanted include Max George, Siva Kaneswaran, Jay McGuiness, Tom Parker, Nathan Sykes.

Are fans upset that the boys are parting musical ways to pursue personal endeavors?