Harry Styles’ mother, Anne Twist, recently broke her silence on Twitter following the passing of her husband, Robin Twist. Robin, Harry’s stepfather, tragically passed away last week at the age of 57 after a prolonged battle with cancer. While Styles has not made any public statements since his stepfather’s death, his mother took a moment to thank the many fans who have extended their love and support to the family during this trying time.
In her heartfelt post to her 1.96 million Twitter followers, Anne expressed deep gratitude, saying, “Thank you for all the love and support our family have been given… Robin would be humbled by the love you have all shown. Thank you. ❤️” Her words resonated deeply with fans, who quickly retweeted the message over 99,000 times and flooded the platform with messages of sympathy and encouragement.
The passing of Robin Twist is a devastating loss for Styles, who was known to have had a close bond with his stepfather. A family representative confirmed the heartbreaking news last week, requesting privacy as the family grieves. “Harry’s stepfather, Robin Twist, sadly passed away this week after a long battle with cancer,” the spokesperson told MailOnline. “The family asks for privacy at this time.”
Robin Twist married Anne Twist in 2013, and their wedding was a memorable occasion for the family. Harry, then rising to fame as a member of One Direction, served as the best man at their nuptials in Congleton, Cheshire. He walked his mother down the aisle and delivered a speech that, as he later admitted, was one of the most nerve-wracking experiences of his life. “I did give a speech and I can honestly say it was the most nerve-wracking thing I’ve ever done,” Harry shared. “I practiced on my own for days beforehand, on the sofa reciting it to myself. I tried to make it have a bit of everything. When everyone thought it was going to be really emotional, I pulled the rug out from under everyone’s feet and injected a bit of humor. It seemed to go well.”
Harry’s close relationship with Robin was evident not just during public events like the wedding but in his day-to-day life as well. According to the 2013 biography *Harry Styles: Every Piece of Me*, the singer viewed Robin as a father figure who played a significant role in his upbringing alongside his sister, Gemma. Reflecting on the early stages of their relationship, Harry once shared, “I was always asking mum if he was coming over. But she wanted to make sure Gemma and I were okay with him being around. She worried a lot, so I used to text him and tell him to come over.”
The news of Robin’s passing prompted an outpouring of support from Harry’s friends, fans, and former bandmates. Liam Payne, Harry’s fellow One Direction member, posted a touching tribute on Instagram, sharing a photo of Robin with Anne and writing, “Harry, my heart really goes out to you. Such an extremely sad day for all of us who knew Robin. What a kind, gentle, and beautiful soul—a true rarity in today’s world. Sometimes they really do take the best of us far too soon.”
Another bandmate, Niall Horan, also expressed his condolences on Instagram. He uploaded a black-and-white photo of Robin and Anne, captioning it, “Very sad to hear about the loss of Robin. For those who had the pleasure of knowing him, you’d know he was the nicest, kindest, most generous, and hilariously funny guy you’ll ever meet. He always had a smile on his face, even when battling such a terrible illness. Love ya H. Please give your mum and the rest of the family a massive hug from my family.”
The tragic loss of Robin Twist follows another difficult period for the One Direction family. Just six months earlier, Louis Tomlinson’s mother, Johannah Deakin, passed away from an aggressive form of leukemia. At the time, Louis described his struggle with the news, admitting that it made him want to give up. “It’s not something that I feel 100 percent comfortable talking too much about but just quickly, when I first found out the news I kind of did want to throw the towel in,” he said in a radio interview earlier this year.
Robin Twist’s passing is a reminder of the fragility of life and the challenges that even the most celebrated figures face in their personal lives. For Harry Styles, the loss of his stepfather is a deeply personal blow, and the support he has received from his mother, sister, friends, and countless fans worldwide is a testament to the impact Robin had on those around him.
As Harry continues to grieve, fans have respected his silence and honored Robin’s memory with compassion and dignity. The enduring support for Styles and his family serves as a poignant reminder that even in moments of profound loss, love and kindness can prevail.