Liam Payne, a former member of boyband One Direction, has died after falling from a hotel balcony. He was 31 years old. Several celebrities have expressed their grief over his demise, reported People. Singer Liam Payne No More: 'Night Changes' to 'Live While We’re Young', A Look at Iconic One Direction Songs.
Charlie Puth expressed his condolences on Instagram. "I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone...," he wrote in his first Instagram Story. Puth, 32, also shared a video of the two laughing with each other, and added the text "I'm so upset right now, may he rest in peace."
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So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing😢 Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. 🙏 RIP my friend🥺
— Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) October 16, 2024
In an Instagram story, he shared a screenshot of Payne discussing how Puth penned a song dedicated to him. "I am so sorry," Puth wrote in the caption.
Music producer Zedd, who collaborated with Payne for the song, 'Get Low' also paid his last tribute on X, "RIP Liam... I can't believe this is real... absolutely heartbreaking."
"So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing . Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. . RIP my friend," Paris Hilton wrote on X.
American singer-songwriter Ty Dolla $ign shared a photo of Payne on his Instagram Stories and wrote in the caption " Just talked to you 2 days ago my guy. Ima miss u fr fr sucio..."
American rapper and songwriter, Juicy J wrote on X, "R.I.P. Liam Payne wow I can't believe it prayers up for the family."
EL James, author of the Fifty Shades of Grey novel, paid tribute to the late singer on X, "I am heartbroken to hear of the tragic passing of Liam Payne. I can barely believe it. Sincere condolences to his family."
"RIP to Liam Payne,,, much too young," rapper Flavor Flav wrote on X.
Taking to X, English broadcaster Piers Morgan wrote, "Good grief.. what a shocking tragedy"
"My condolences to everyone who, like me, grew up listening to 1D and who cultivated so many good moments with their music. It's so sad that all of this :( doesn't seem real," Brazilian actress-singer Maisa Silva wrote on X.
Max George, lead singer of the band 'The Wanted,' wrote on X, "Devastated. Liam was an unbelievably supportive during one of the most difficult times in my life. I will never forget that. My thoughts are with his family, friends and fans at this horrendous time. Rest in peace Liam." Liam Payne Dead: Former One Direction Member Dies After Fatal Fall From Hotel Balcony in Buenos Aires.
The singer's death occurred after he reportedly fell from a hotel balcony in the Palermo district of Buenos Aires, Argentina, early this week. An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding Payne's death, as informed by local police, reported People.