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Liam Payne’s former One Direction bandmates have said they are “devastated” over the singer’s sudden death, aged 31, after he fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.
Payne, who shot to fame after joining the pop group on reality TV contest The X Factor in 2010 along with Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson, was described as a “kind, funny and brave soul” in a tribute from his surviving bandmates.
Cheryl, the mother of Payne’s 7-year-old son Bear, has also posted a statement opening up about her grief at an “indescribably painful time.”
Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy said she is at “a complete loss”, while Simon Cowell, who was instrumental in the rise of One Direction, said Payne’s young son Bear will be “so proud” of everything his father achieved.
Payne’s cause of death was revealed in a preliminary autopsy on Thursday 17 October. Photos taken by officials of his hotel room showed it in a state of disarray, with a smashed TV screen and debris scattered around the surfaces.
X Factor star ‘feared something would happen’ to Liam Payne
Kevin Perry19 October 2024 02:06
Liam Payne cause of death revealed in preliminary autopsy
A toxicology report is still pending.
Kevin Perry19 October 2024 01:15
Liam Payne’s stylist remembers star as ‘kind, fun, loving, attentive, passionate and loyal’
Liam Payne’s longtime stylist, Adele Cany, has posted a heartfelt remembrance of the star.
Along with a selection of behind-the-scenes photographs of Payne over the years, she wrote on Instagram: “My favorite Payne, my favorite cowboy (yes I’ll try to say it right!) So much to tell you but you know it all already.
“From the endless fittings, (just one more look, maybe 2/3 or 4, get undressed it’s going to be so quick – your patience is golden!) to the dances, bubble teas, brainstorming, drawings, T-rexes and the endless chats about life, love and all.
“To the years of witnessing one another go through life with its ups and downs but always finding the positive side of it and moving forward.
“From the Jack sparrow, to Fight club, moodboards, endless ideas, Conor and you chatting to me about themes and team work, it’s been so fun.
“You’re kind, fun, loving, attentive, passionate and loyal.
“I don’t want to say goodbye it so I’ll just say until we meet again. See you soon cowboy.Stars shine a little brighter tonight. LY May we all hold our loved ones a little bit tighter today. May we all show love to one another a bit more.”
Kevin Perry19 October 2024 00:36
Emotional scenes as Payne’s father Geoff reads tributes to his son in Argentina
There were emotional scenes as Liam Payne’s father Geoff arrived at the hotel in Buenos Aires where his son died. He was photographed reading some of the many tributes that have been left there.
Fans have set up a memorial to Payne outside the CasaSur Hotel and have continued to gather and grieve there in the hours since his death.
Kevin Perry19 October 2024 00:23
First my friend Caroline Flack, now Liam Payne – how many more?
As the columnist ‘Mr Showbiz’ when reality TV was at its peak, Dean Piper witnessed first hand how shows like The X Factor chewed up and spat out young talent.
As Sharon Osbourne asks where the industry was when tragic stars like Liam Payne needed it, he can answer that question more honestly than most…
First my friend Caroline Flack, now Liam Payne – how many more?
As the columnist ‘Mr Showbiz’ when reality TV was at its peak, Dean Piper witnessed first hand how shows like The X-factor chewed up and spat out young talent. As Sharon Osbourne asks where the industry was when tragic stars like Liam Payne needed it, he can answer that question more honestly than most…
Kevin Perry19 October 2024 00:04
Niall Horan recalls last conversation with Liam Payne: ‘I didn’t know I was saying goodbye forever’
“I’m absolutely devastated about the passing of my amazing friend, Liam,” Horan, 31, wrote. “It just doesn’t feel real.
“Liam had an energy for life and a passion for work that was infectious. He was the brightest in every room and made everyone feel happy and secure.”
Kevin Perry18 October 2024 23:30
Liam Payne’s girlfriend breaks silence on singer’s death
Kevin Perry18 October 2024 23:00
Former X-Factor judge accuses music industry of ‘letting down’ Liam Payne
‘Where was this industry when you needed them?’
Kevin Perry18 October 2024 22:41
Comment: Liam Payne drew the short straw in One Direction – now we’ll never know the real him
Both in the band and out of it, the pop star struggled to find his defining identity, writes Mark Beaumont. Attempts at telling the world who he is with a second solo album and a documentary fell on deaf ears. His life now cut tragically short, the singer may remain elusive forever.
Kevin Perry18 October 2024 22:15
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills breaks down in tears live on air during Liam Payne tribute
Scott Mills breaks down in tears during Radio 2 tribute to Liam Payne
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills broke down in tears live on air as he paid tribute to former One Direction singer Liam Payne. The musician passed away after falling from a hotel balcony in the Palermo neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday, 16 October, police said. Mills, who described himself as the “sixth member” of the boyband spent a lot of time with Payne as the group shot to fame following their appearance on X-Factor in 2010. The radio host sent a special message to Payne’s family during his show today (17 October), but struggled to get his words out as he broke down in tears and buried his head in his hands.
Kevin Perry18 October 2024 21:30