Liam Payne, a member of the iconic boyband One Direction, has tragically passed away at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His bandmates expressed their devastation over his death, stating that they will miss him "terribly."
In a heartfelt statement signed by Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan, they shared, "We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing. In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly." They emphasized that the memories they shared would be cherished forever and extended their thoughts to Payne's family, friends, and fans.
Styles, 30, took to social media to express his grief, calling Payne "truly devastated." He reminisced about Payne's infectious energy and love for making others happy, stating, "Liam lived wide open, with his heart on his sleeve." Styles reflected on the years they spent together, saying they would always hold a special place in his heart.
Tomlinson, 32, described Payne as "the most vital part of One Direction," sharing his intention to tell his young son stories about how incredible his dad was. He recalled being "beyond devastated" upon learning of Payne's passing and praised him as a positive and kind soul.
Malik, 31, expressed his sorrow by sharing that he had been talking to Payne, hoping he could hear him. He thanked Payne for his support during difficult times in his life and recognized him as a headstrong and opinionated friend, despite their occasional disagreements.
A postmortem examination revealed that Payne died from multiple traumas and internal and external hemorrhaging due to the fall. Reports indicated that hotel staff had called emergency services after finding Payne "intoxicated by drugs and alcohol." The police described his hotel room as being in "complete disarray," with various items broken.
Payne's family expressed their heartbreak in a statement, saying, "Liam will forever live in our hearts, and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny, and brave soul."
The music industry has mourned the loss of the singer, who began his solo career after One Direction went on indefinite hiatus in 2016. Jade Thirlwall from Little Mix remembered Payne as her "first friend" in the industry, while JLS member Marvin Humes shared that he "instantly clicked" with him during their early days on The X Factor.
Fans gathered in Argentina for a vigil to honor Payne, lighting candles and laying flowers in memory of the beloved artist. One Direction, known for their global tours and chart-topping hits, has left a lasting legacy, with songs like "What Makes You Beautiful" and "Little Things."
Gavin and Stacey co-creator James Corden, who featured One Direction on his Carpool Karaoke segment, praised Payne as a "loving and kind soul," expressing gratitude for the moments they shared.
Born in Wolverhampton, Payne released his debut solo album, LP1, in December 2019, featuring hits like "Polaroid" and "Strip That Down." One of his most recognized songs, "For You," was a collaboration with Rita Ora for the Fifty Shades Freed soundtrack. Hours after his passing, Ora honored him by performing their song during a concert in Osaka, Japan, with an image of the pair projected behind her.
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