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Liam Payne, the singer from One Direction, has passed away at the age of 31.

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Liam Payne, the former member of One Direction, has tragically passed away at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in the Palermo area of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Local officials have announced that they will perform an autopsy and look into the details surrounding the singer's passing.

Payne's family expressed their deep sorrow in a statement released through his spokesperson: "We are filled with sadness. Liam will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we will cherish the memories of his kindness, humor, and courage."

"Our family is doing our best to support one another during this difficult period, and we kindly ask for some privacy and space."

Simon Cowell has reacted to the announcement, and various celebrities, including Liam Gallagher, X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary, and Harry Styles' mother Anne Twist, have expressed their condolences.

Payne gained widespread recognition during the fifth season of The X Factor in 2010, when he was put into the group One Direction alongside Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik.

They rose to fame as one of the most successful boy bands globally, with sales reaching 70 million albums and live performances in stadiums all over the world.

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Created on the reality television program The X Factor in 2010, the group consisted of the late Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson. Although they finished in third place, the band quickly rose to global stardom with the launch of their first single, the pop-rock hit "What Makes You Beautiful."

Over the next six years, One Direction reached a level of stardom that hadn't been witnessed since the days of the Beatles: there were screaming, passionate fans, relentless paparazzi, and invasive stories in tabloids. When the band disbanded in 2016 after a last tour, each of the five members ventured into solo careers, achieving different levels of success.

In an unexpected twist, Payne, who had always dreamed of being a singer like his heroes Justin Timberlake, Usher, and Chris Brown, revealed in 2017 that he was uncertain about pursuing a solo career. He shared with Billboard, "I initially thought I would just focus on songwriting and stick with that." However, he added, "Then I realized, I’ve been aiming for this since I was 14. It would be foolish to pass up the chance at a record deal." After leaving the band, he found himself with some great opportunities and knew he had to take action.

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Liam Payne's Cause Of Death Revealed In Autopsy

Authorities in Buenos Aires, Argentina, have confirmed that Payne passed away due to several traumatic injuries resulting from his fall from a balcony on the third floor of a hotel.

An initial autopsy revealed that the singer experienced both internal and external bleeding, along with several traumatic injuries, as reported by various sources.

A toxicology report is yet to be completed.

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Liam Payne expressed his admiration for his son Bear and his ex-partner Cheryl Tweedy while discussing his journey toward becoming a better father in a recently resurfaced video, following the tragic passing of the One Direction star at the age of 31. In the clip, filmed in the summer of 2023, Payne shared that he was in a much improved state after spending almost 100 days in a rehabilitation facility. He expressed gratitude to his then six-year-old son and Cheryl for “allowing me the space to focus on my recovery during that difficult time.” He emphasized, "You can't be a good dad if you have nothing to offer." Sadly, the musician died after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday, October 16, according to police reports.

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Payne was declared deceased at the location. Officials will conduct an autopsy and look into what led to the death.

In the days leading up to his passing, his girlfriend Cassidy, aged 25 and with whom he had been in a two-year relationship, accompanied him on his journey to Argentina. The couple was sharing their adventure together on social media.

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Scott Mills: Heartbroken Over Liam's Ending

Scott Mills, the host of BBC Radio 2, expressed his deep sadness over how Liam's journey has come to a close. He reflected on the moments they shared together throughout the years.

He started his afternoon program on the station by stating, “Hearing the sad news about Liam Payne is really difficult to process because I never expected we would have to say farewell to him this soon.”

"I had an incredible time with One Direction, as many of you may know. The experiences we shared will always be unforgettable for me, and Liam played a significant role in all of it."

He joked that there were times he felt like he was part of One Direction, given how frequently he was with them during their peak popularity while hosting on BBC Radio 1.

Mills remembered sharing a laugh with Payne when the singer's dad, Geoff, asked for a selfie with him at the One Direction movie premiere, even after having encountered famous personalities like David Beckham and Mariah Carey earlier.

The speaker choked back his emotions while delivering a heartfelt message for him, stating: "Geoff, I'm not sure if you can hear me, but my thoughts are with you today, along with the rest of Liam's family, and especially his young son."

He expressed, "I’m really overwhelmed with sadness about everything happening. Liam, we shared so many great times together, and you were always so kind and thoughtful towards me."

"I really appreciate you letting me join you on this journey. It’s a memory I’ll always cherish. The entire band was incredibly kind, but Liam stood out as the mature and wise leader of the group. It’s hard to accept that this is the conclusion of Liam’s story."

He subsequently dedicated "Story of My Life" by One Direction to Payne, along with his loved ones and supporters.

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Rita Ora, the singer who collaborated with Liam Payne on the song “For You” from the movie Fifty Shades Freed, expressed that the news of his passing has left her heartbroken.

"I'm heartbroken," she expressed in a statement. "He had a truly gentle spirit, and I will always remember that. I loved collaborating with him - he brought so much happiness both on and off the stage."

"This heartbreaking news truly saddens me. I'm sending all my love and thoughts to his family and those close to him. Our song 'For You' feels completely different to me now. Rest in peace."

Roisin O'Connor, on October 17, 2024, at 4:41 PM.

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In and out of the band, the pop star faced challenges in establishing his true identity, according to Mark Beaumont. His efforts to share his story through a second solo album and a documentary went largely unnoticed. With his life now ending far too soon, it's possible that the singer's true self will always remain a mystery.

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