Former One Direction members Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik have been through so much together — and Louis‘ mom Johannah Deakin knew that.
Louis revealed in a new interview that one of his mother’s dying wishes before passing away from leukemia was to make up with Zayn, and we’re not crying, you’re crying.
“My mum said, ‘You’ve got to get back in contact with Zayn. Life’s too f-king short,’” the 25-year-old “Back to You” singer told The Sun. “My mum always knew what I was feeling and what I wanted.”
He followed her advice.
“I met up with him and it was nice,” he said.
In a recent interview, Louis confirmed that all of the One Direction members are still “best mates,” despite what the media may portray. We’re so glad that they were able to remember all that they’ve been through together, and that Louis had such a wonderful mother in his life.
Louis Tomlinson was really, really close to his late mother Johannah Deakin.
The 25-year-old former One Direction singer even talked to her about his love life.
“I remember the day I lost my virginity. I hadn’t even told any of my mates and I was, like: ‘Mum? I know this is really weird. But I’ve got to tell you…” Louis told The Observer. “I remember thinking this is a bizarre conversation to be having with your mother. But it’s testament to how comfortable she made me.”
Johannah sadly lost her battle with leukemia back in December at the young age of 42.
Louis attributes their bond to how close they were in age, telling the outlet that she even “had the password to my email.”
Louis Tomlinson‘s mom, Johannah Deakin, sadly lost her battle with leukemia late last year, just days before he made his debut as a solo artist.
In a new interview with The Observer, the “Just Hold On” singer remembers her telling him that her cancer was terminal — “At Jamie Vardy’s wedding of all places. Talk about your places, for something super-traumatic. My mum told me, uh, yeah, that she was definitely terminal.”
He adds that he was very close to his mother and his drive for pursuing a solo music career was all because of her.
“I remember saying to her: ‘Mum, how the f*** do you expect me to do this now?’ And she didn’t swear much, my mum. She’d always tell me off for swearing,” Louis says. “And this time she was like: ‘You’ve got to f****** do it, it’s as simple as that.’”
He adds, “I’m not gonna claim this is all for me mum. But it was definitely…It was…”
“Sometimes my reservation, or my confidence, might have prevented me from doing something. And I’ve needed a mum in the past to kick me up the arse and go: ‘You’re doing it.’”
Louis Tomlinson‘s mom Johannah Deakin sadly lost her battle with leukemia last week but she wanted to make sure fans knew how important they were to her!
The 24-year-old singer’s stepdad Dan shared her final message in a touching post on her Twitter account.
“Hi, it’s Dan. Johannah asked for me to send this afterwards. She wanted to thank you all, and to let you know that you have been amazing right from the start. You changed Louis‘ life, but also her life. Your support now is as strong if not stronger than ever,” he wrote.
Dan added, “So from Johannah one last time, thank you for everything xxx ??”
Our thoughts continue to be with Louis and his family and friends during the difficult time.
Louis Tomlinson is receiving an outpouring of love after the death of his lovely mother, Johannah Deakin.
The 24-year-old former One Direction member was brave enough to take the X Factor UK stage only days later to perform his first solo single “Just Hold On.”
Celebs took to social media to send their love to him, and got #ProudOfLouis trending on Twitter.
Normani Kordei: “Praying for @Louis_Tomlinson & his family during this time. Absolutely nothing in this world can prepare us for times like these love you”
James McVey: “Brave performance from @Louis_Tomlinson . Can’t begin to imagine how him and his family are feeling. Great song too. #ProudOfLouis”
Ella Henderson: “#JustHoldOn Sending love & congrats on the new tune! ? @Louis_Tomlinson @steveaoki xxxx. E X. X”
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Louis Tomlinson is thanking all his fans after an emotional X Factor performance, just days after his mother, Johannah Deakin, lost her battle with cancer.
“All the support has been incredible! Let’s do this together tonight,” he wrote just minutes before he took the stage.
VIDEO: Louis Tomlinson Performs ‘Just Hold On’ During X Factor Finals For Mom Johannah Deakin
A while afterwards, Louis came back to thank his entire support system and fans for sticking by his side during the difficult time.
“That was harder than I ever imagined. I want to thank everyone around me and all of the amazing fans out there that made that so special!” he wrote, adding, “Feeling so much love around me and my family . Mum would have been so f****** proud ( sorry for swearing mum ???? ) love you !”
Louis‘ girlfriend, Danielle Campbell, also brought attention to the performance.
“Tune into @TheXFactor finale tonight. Very special performance for a very special family. Xx,” she wrote.
We’re currently wiping away tears after watching Louis Tomlinson all choked up after his performance on The X Factor UK tonight (December 10).
The 24-year-old singer hit the stage for his first live performance as a solo artist outside of One Direction and he debuted his new single “Just Hold On” with Steve Aoki.
WATCH VIDEO: Louis Tomlinson performs “Just Hold On” live for the first time!
Simon Cowell, who created 1D, said some very touching words to Louis after the performance, which took place days after his mom died.
The performance was scheduled before Louis‘ mom died and Simon opened up about how she was looking forward to seeing her son perform.
“Louis, I have to say something to you. I’ve known you now for six years. What you’ve just done, and the bravery, I respect you as an artist. I respect you as a person,” Simon said. “Your mom was so proud of you Louis and she was so looking forward to tonight. She’s watching down on you now and you’ve done her proud.”
