Annabel Rackham, a Culture reporter, reports that Stedman Pearson, a member of the British pop group Five Star, has passed away at the age of 60, as announced by his family. Stedman, who had diabetes and was undergoing dialysis treatment, was part of the band along with his siblings Lorraine, Doris, Delroy, and Deniece.
Their coordinated dance routines and matching outfits led some to view them as the British equivalent of The Jackson 5. Five Star released their first album, Luxury of Life, in 1985, followed by Silk and Steel in 1986, which reached number one. The band had six top-10 singles in the UK charts, including hits like System Addict, Can’t Wait Another Minute, and Rain or Shine. In 1987, the five siblings were honored with a Brit Award for Best British Group.
After initially disbanding in 1995, Five Star reunited in 2001. Despite Lorraine leaving the group, they continued performing as a quartet until 2016. Stedman also made appearances on television shows such as Channel 5’s The All Star Talent Show in 2006 and BBC Three’s Celebrity Scissorhands in 2008. Born in Romford, Essex, Stedman was the oldest among his siblings, and their father Buster Pearson, who was also a singer, formed the band in 1983. His family described him as a gentleman till the end and paid tribute to his memory and the love he shared with the world
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