One Direction star Louis Tomlinson has expressed his disappointment at the impending split of JLS.

As previously reported, the British boyband shocked fans across the world this morning (April 24) by announcing they will break up at the end of the year.

The 'Hottest Girl In The World' stars will release a greatest hits album and a new single before going on a farewell tour in December.

Taking to Twitter after the news broke, One Direction hunk Louis Tomlinson wished the band well for their future endeavours. He said:

"Sad to hear about JLS. Wish them all the best of luck in what they go on to do."

Fans meanwhile have expressed their dismay at the news, with one devotee tweeting:

"I can't believe it, only just found out I'm in tears."