Harry Styles' stepfather Robin Twist has died after losing his battle with cancer, his representative confirmed on Thursday.

A spokesperson for Harry told The Sun: "Harry's stepfather, Robin Twist, sadly passed away this week after a long battle with cancer. The family asks for privacy at this time."

 

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The popstar served as Best Man when Robin, and his mum, Anne, married in 2013.

Speaking about the day, Harry said that his Best Man speech was the "most nerve-wracking thing."

 

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He said: "I practised on my own for days beforehand, on the sofa reciting it to myself. I tried to make it have a bit of everything."

It has been well chronicled that Harry had a close relationship with his stepdad, and our thoughts are with the family at this time.