Former members of One Direction have expressed their grief, stating that they will share more thoughts on Liam’s passing in time.
Updated with Niall Horan’s statement (14:32)
Liam Payne, former singer of One Direction, tragically passed away after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The cause of the fall remains unclear.
The heartbreaking news has shocked fans worldwide. Former bandmates Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Harry Styles have shared their condolences. A post on the official One Direction Instagram account mentioned that the group would speak more about the loss once they have had time to process the tragedy. For now, they are taking time to mourn and reflect on the devastating event.
“The memories we have with him will stay with us forever,” the band members wrote. The message also expressed their thoughts for Liam’s family, friends, and fans. Zayn, Harry, Louis, and Niall each shared personal tributes on their profiles, with Zayn reminiscing about their teenage years together and praising Liam’s musical talent and sense of responsibility. Zayn also shared the pain of losing him: “I’ve lost a brother. Words can’t describe what I’d give to hug you one more time, say goodbye, and tell you how much I love and respect you.”
