Nick Jonas offers support to Zayn Malik: “I commend him for doing what he feels is right for him”
By Ryan Love
Nick Jonas is the latest star to support Zayn Malik on his decision to quit One Direction.
Malik announced his decision to leave the X Factor group earlier this week, with his former bandmates vowing to go on, as they prepare to release their fifth studio album later this year.
‘Jealous’ singer Nick split from his brothers Kevin and Joe in 2013, going on to embark on his own successful solo career.
Speaking to E! News, Jonas praised the singer’s “tough” decision: “You know, there’s never an easy time to make a decision like that.
“I commend him for doing what he feels is right for him and you got to stay true to yourself.”
Jonas added: “I feel for the One Direction fans and I hope they’re doing OK,” he said, “but you know, it’s one of those things, that sometimes it’s just time to close a chapter.”
Malik has been tipped to embark on a solo career, with reports suggesting he will remain with Simon Cowell’s Syco.
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