Jamal Edwards Dies: British Music Entrepreneur & YouTube Star Was 31

Ed Sheeran has paid tribute to Jamal Edwards, describing the late SBTV founder as a ‘brother’ and saying he would ‘not be here without him’.Edwards, who launched many careers with SBTV, including Ed’s, died this week at the age of 31 following a sudden illness.Sharing an old photo of the pair of them, Ed, 31, wrote: ‘I haven’t posted anything coz I can’t find the words, I can’t reply coz I don’t know what to say. ‘Jamal is my brother.

ED Sheeran has broken his silence over Jamal Edwards' death as the devastated singer called him "my brother". The pop star took to social media with a snap of himself with the late star - who died suddenly "from a heart attack" aged 31 last week. Ed, 31, had been yet to comment on the tragic death - despite Jamal launching the singer's career with SBTV.

Ed Sheeran has paid his respects Jamal Edwards following the late SB.TV founder’s death earlier this week.Edwards died aged 31 on Sunday (February 20). His mother, Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards, later confirmed that Jamal had died from a “sudden illness”.His SB.TV channel helped to launch the careers of artists like Sheeran, Dave and Jessie J.While tributes poured in from the likes of Dave, George The Poet and AJ Tracey following Edwards’ death, Sheeran stayed silent until now.Writing on his Instagram page tonight (February 23) alongside a picture of Edwards with Sheeran, the singer-songwriter said: “I haven’t posted anything coz I can’t find the words, I can’t reply coz I don’t know what to say. Jamal is my brother.

Ed Sheeran has paid tribute to Jamal Edwards and described how 'he would not be here without him professionally and personally'.The Shape of You hitmaker, 31, who was reportedly spotted offering his support to grieving mum Brenda Edwards at the vigil to remember the music mogul in West London Tuesday evening, took to Instagram to share touching words with his 37.1million followers. Ed posted a photograph with the SB.TV founder, who died on Sunday 20 aged 31, with the pair both wearing matching grey hoodies printed with 'The Grime University'. The singer-songwriter penned: "I haven’t posted anything coz I can’t find the words, I can’t reply coz I don’t know what to say.

Ed Sheeran was reportedly spotted offering his support to grieving mum Brenda Edwards and paying tribute to his late friend Jamal Edwards at the vigil to remember to music mogul in West London Tuesday evening. The Shivers hitmaker and his wife Cherry Seaborn were said to be in attendance to pay their respects to the music star, who helped a number of aspiring singers achieve their dream when he set up SBTV. Jamal and Ed became firm friends early on in the singer-songwriter's career, with Ed's music taking off due to his friend Jamal's efforts to get him exposure on the airwaves.

Jamal Edwards, with a sweet post in tribute to him. The Loose Women star, 52, shared two stills from a photoshoot with son Jamal, 31, and daughter Tanisha, 22, capturing a gorgeous family moment.

Singer and TV presenter Brenda Edwards has posted a family photo of her and her late son Jamal, who tragically died aged 31.

ED Sheeran and his wife Cherry Seaborn joined hundreds of mourners in West London last night as he paid tribute to Jamal Edwards. Jamal went out of his way to help Ed when he was starting out in his career - with the Joker and The Queen singer regularly appearing on SBTV.

Brenda Edwards has paid a sweet tribute to her late son Jamal Edwards with a never-seen-before family snap.The beautiful picture sees the Loose Women star laughing whilst taking part in a photo shoot with Jamal and his sister Tanisha. It’s the first time Brenda has returned to social media since her son’s tragic death on 20 February. Jamal, who had an MBE, died unexpectedly at the age of 31.The music pioneer and YouTuber was best known for founding youth broadcasting and film production company SB.TV.

Brenda Edwards took to her Instagram page on Wednesday afternoon to share two beautiful photos with her late son Jamal Edwards.MORE: Christine Lampard and Ruth Langsford left 'devastated' as they rally round Brenda EdwardsThe music entrepreneur, who founded SBTV and helped launch the careers of artists like Dave, Skepta and Ed Sheeran, was 31 when he passed away on Sunday from a sudden illness, leaving his family and fans devastated.WATCH: Brenda Edwards sings at a vigil for her son Jamal The side-by-side images showed the doting mum with both of her children, Jamal and Tanisha, during a glamourous photoshoot. The Loose Women simply put a heart emoji in the caption.MORE: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking momentMORE: Prince Charles pays heartfelt tribute to music entrepreneur Jamal EdwardsFollowers were quick to comment, with one writing: "Beautiful memories [heart emoji] so sorry for your loss." Another remarked: "Sending you and your family so much love." A third post read: "So sorry for your loss."After the news of Jamal's death was confirmed, Brenda released a heartbreaking statement via ITV which read: "It is with the deepest heartache that I confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness."Myself, his sister Tanish and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards has broken her silence on social media following the death of her son Jamal Edwards, who died at the age of 31, following a sudden illness.Taking to Twitter, Brenda posted a heartfelt tribute to her DJ son following his tragic death just days ago.In view of her 19,600 followers, the star has tweeted for the first time since the death of her son.Brenda simply wrote "#NewProfilePic" while sharing a family snap.The Loose Women star, her daughter Tanisha and Jamal could all be seen laughing together in a pink-themed shoot.It comes as Good Morning Britain's Susanna Reid read out a heartfelt tribute to the music entrepreneur earlier this week.

Jamal Edwards during last night’s (February 22) Champions League game against Lille.Edwards passed away on Sunday morning (February 20) at the age of 31. His mother Brenda confirmed that he died “after a sudden illness” and said that she was “completely devastated” by her son’s death.Edwards was a big Chelsea supporter, and the club were among those to pay tribute to him as news of his death broke on Sunday.“We’re deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jamal Edwards,” Chelsea wrote in a tweet.

Jamal Edwards has been remembered in a poignant moment as Chelsea’s game against Lille at Stamford Bridge was paused for a round of applause in memory of the late entrepreneur.Fans across the stadium clapped for the star, who died at the age of 31 this week, in the 31st minute of the game. Supporters were heard chanting: ‘Jamal Edwards, he’s one of our own’.Fans shared the powerful moment, with one writing: ‘You know you’ve left a legacy when you get a minutes applause at Stamford Bridge.

Jamal Edwards was a pioneering British music figure whose YouTube channel SBTV was influential in promoting emerging rappers and singers such as Ed Sheeran and Stormzy.  Jamal Edwards was an influential music entrepreneur who started the online music platform SBTV on YouTube in 2006 when he was a teenager.

SIMON Cowell has posted an emotional tribute to late music industry figure Jamal Edwards. The 31-year-old - whose mum is Loose Women star Brenda - passed away on Sunday morning after his final DJ set at a bar the night before. Writing on Twitter tonight, Simon, 62, said: "I had the pleasure of meeting @jamaledwards.

Jamal Edwards. Jamal tragically died unexpectedly on Sunday, aged 31 years old. He was a music entrepreneur known for pioneering his YouTube channel SBTV and launching the careers of stars including Ed Sheeran and Jessie J.In 2014, he had received an MBE for services to music. Last night, crowds gathered in Acton to remember his life and many achievements.His devastated mother sang a beautiful rendition of Whitney’s famous song, which includes the lyrics: “I believe the children are the future. “Learning to love yourself, it is the greatest love of all.” After finishing her song, Brenda addressed the mourners and spoke of her wish that her son’s death might unite the community. “If we can do anything in 2022, can we please bring the community together,” the 52-year-old said, according to the Daily Mail.“Stop the fighting.Stop the killing.

America's Got Talent star Nightbirde and SB.TV founder Jamal Edwards passed away.READ: AGT's Nightbirde's family shares heartbreaking statement with bedside videoSimon was close with Nightbirde after she competed on AGT, even awarding her his golden buzzer that put her straight through to the semi-final. On Tuesday, the 62-year-old paid tribute to both acts on his Instagram feed in separate posts. In his post for Jamal, he shared a photo of the late star and wrote: "I had the pleasure of meeting Jamal.

THIS is the heart-wrenching moment Jamal Edwards's mum sings Whitney Houston's The Greatest Love of All to hushed crowds at his candlelit vigil. Loose Women star Brenda sang to mourners: "Learning to love yourself - it is the greatest love of all," following her music pioneer's sudden death on Sunday. Jamal Edwards MBE, 31, died from a heart attack - he was the man behind YouTube sensation SBTV, which helped to launch the careers of Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, and Stormzy.

his mother after coming home late from a DJ set, a friend has claimed. Celebrity tributes have flooded social media after the YouTube star and founder of SBTV died, aged 31, at the weekend. His cause of death was not initially revealed but his mother, Loose Women star Brenda Edwards, released a statement putting it down to a “short illness”.

Nadia Sawalha has said her "heart is aching" as she broke her silence on the death of Jamal Edwards, the son of her Loose Women co-star Brenda Edwards. Music mogul and entrepreneur Jamal tragically passed away on Sunday at the age of 31, with his mum Brenda saying she is "completely devastated". Loose Women dedicated Monday's show to their colleague Brenda and her son Jamal, with Nadia taking to her YouTube channel to pay her own tribute.

Loose Women returned to our screens today following an emotional show dedicated to Jamal Edwards.