The former One Direction bandmates of Liam Payne have expressed their devastation after his passing. Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Harry Styles released a statement expressing grief at Payne’s untimely death while indicating that they would make further comments in the future. Payne, who first gained fame on The X Factor, passed away in Argentina after falling from a hotel building. His family also issued a statement, referencing Payne’s kind and brave nature and asking for privacy at this difficult time.
The One Direction statement added that the band would take time to mourn and come to terms with the loss of a man they had described as a brother. Tomlinson, who had his own history of working with Payne, paid individual tribute by describing the singer as the kind of brother he had longed for. Malik, who left the band in 2015, also shared a photo tribute on Instagram of him and Payne together, reminiscing about old memories and expressing his grief at their separation.
Police say that Payne’s death was not suspicious and that there had been no third party involvement in his fall. Reports suggest that items including alcohol, medication and a phone were found, and that these may have played a part in the tragedy. Following his passing, other musicians and public figures shared their shock and sadness, such as Rita Ora, Olly Murs and West Bromwich Albion Football Club.
The X Factor music show itself expressed heartbreak over Payne’s passing, citing him as an immensely talented individual whose contribution to pop music would live on for generations to come. Fellow musicians including Charlie Puth and Max George also expressed their grief and shock at the loss of someone they had worked with closely on their own musical projects. Liam Gallagher of the band Oasis took to social media with a simple but emotional message urging his fans to remember that life is precious
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