Ed Sheeran has paid tribute to SBTV founder Jamal Edwards, revealing in a heartbreaking social media post he 'would not be here without him.'
21.02.2022 - 04:17 / justjared.com
British music entrepreneur and YouTube star Jamal Edwards has died at the young age of 31.
The music industry insider founded the music platform SBTV and helped launch the careers of many popular stars. The platform featured the early work of stars like Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Rita Ora, and more.
SBTV has 1.22 million subscribers on YouTube and over a billion views on its videos.
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Jamal passed away on Sunday (February 20), though no details about his death are known at this time, according to Variety.
Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, tweeted, “British music and entertainment has lost one of its brightest stars. My thoughts are with Jamal’s loved ones at this terribly sad time.”
We’re sending our thoughts and condolences to Jamal‘s loved ones during this difficult time.
Ed Sheeran has paid tribute to SBTV founder Jamal Edwards, revealing in a heartbreaking social media post he 'would not be here without him.'
Singer and TV presenter Brenda Edwards has posted a family photo of her and her late son Jamal, who tragically died aged 31.
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.
Sean Fletcher gave a moving tribute to Jamal Edwards on Good Morning Britain after attending a vigil in London. Jamal, the son of Loose Women’s Brenda Edwards, was just 31 when he tragically died on Sunday morning from a sudden illness.
Jamal Edwards, an icon in the British music industry and member of the British Empire (MBE), has sadly died at just 31 years old on Sunday. Edwards was a multifaceted talent who grew famous as a YouTube pioneer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. His mother Brenda Edwards announced the tragic news via a statement shared to her daytime talk show Loose Women. In the emotional message, Brenda noted that her son died after contracting a “sudden illness,” explaining:
Jamal Edwards’ final Instagram post was a tribute to friend Ed Sheeran on his birthday, referring to the singer as a “brother”. Music pioneer Jamal, who was the founder of music platform SBTV, passed away at the age of 31 on Sunday following a “sudden illness”.The entrepreneur founded the SBTV platform on YouTube in 2006 when he was just 15 and supported artists such as Dave, Stormzy, Jessie J and Ed Sheeran before they became mega-stars.
Jamal Edwards in West London tonight (February 21). Get full details of the event below.The influential British author, broadcaster, DJ and founder of SB.TV passed away yesterday (February 20) aged just 31.His death was confirmed by representatives of Edwards’ media company to the BBC following reports on social media that the entrepreneur died unexpectedly on Sunday morning.
Prince Charles has paid tribute to Jamal Edwards, calling him an “inspiration”, following the music pioneer's death age 31. Jamal Edwards was the founder of music platform SBTV and also was a supporter of many charity causes, working with the Prince’s Trust as a youth ambassador. Stars across the entertainment industry have paid tribute to the entrepreneur, who helped launch the careers of artists including Ed Sheeran, Dave and Jessie J.
Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid has sent her love to her ITV co-star Brenda Edwards following the tragic death of her son Jamal Edwards. After the sad news broke that music pioneer Jamal had passed away aged 31 and heartfelt tributes poured in, Susanna and her co-host Richard Madeley paid their respects.
Sad news broke last night that music pioneer Jamal Edwards has passed away.The young entrepreneur and SBTV founder - who was just 31 years old - is the son of English singer and Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards.The TV personality made a statement about his sudden passing, and her fellow showbiz pals including Denise Welch have rallied round to support her. Jamal’s unexpected death has triggered an outpouring of tributes on social media, with comments from London rapper AJ Tracey and touching posts from distraught fans around the world. Here, we celebrate Jamal’s incredible mother-son bond, and how Brenda helped him on his path to stardom.
Tributes are being paid this morning to SBTV founder and entrepreneur Jamal Edwards, who died yesterday aged just 31.
Tributes have been pouring in from far and wide following the news of Jamal Edwards' death.
Alex Scott has reacted to the sudden death of Jamal Edwards, son of Loose Women star Brenda Edwards.MORE: Loose Women's Denise Welch and Saira Khan heartbroken for Brenda Edwards after son's tragic deathTaking to Instagram, the presenter shared two photos of them together, showing them posing for the camera and smiling.WATCH: Loose Women makes history with all black panel"You had an energy and a light that only few have, the kindest of souls that are hard to find, you brought a smile to my face always," she began her emotional post.REAL: Inside Loose Women's Brenda Edwards' luxe home with daughter TanishaRELATED: Alex Scott heads out on a 'date night' with special person ahead of exciting announcement"We were literally just making plans…naaa..this is hard to take, I'm in complete shock. This ain't right!!" Alex and Jamal were good friendsThe 37-year-old continued: "Thinking of all your family right now and sending prayers.