<a href="https://www.world-today-news.com/former-hairstylist-one-direction-slaps-out-of-school-entertainment/" title="Former hairstylist One Direction slaps out of school | Entertainment”>Liam Payne, who had been battling depression and addictions for around ten years, jumped from the balcony of his third floor of the hotel where he was staying in Buenos Aires this Thursday, October 17, 2024 after experiencing a series of hard blows in recent years. recent weeks. Aged 31, the artist died instantly following this ten-meter fall that occurred after a major crisis in his hotel room while he was under the influence of drugs and alcohol. alcohol. “We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we will remember him and his kind, funny and courageous soul“, reacted his bereaved family in a press release.
One Direction: heartbreaking tributes from the members of the group
The members of the group One Direction of which he was a part between 2010 and 2016, Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan, also expressed their sadness in a joint statement: “We are completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing. Over time, and when everyone is able to do so, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take the time to mourn and digest the loss of our brother whom we loved dearly (…)“. Previously, Zayn Malik had already published a heartbreaking open letter: “I can’t help but think, selfishly, that there were so many other conversations we should have had. I never had the chance to thank you for your support during some of the most difficult times of my life. (…) I lost a brother when you left us and I can’t explain to you what I would give just to hold you in my arms one last time and say goodbye properly, and say that I loved and respected you deeply“.
Louis Tomlinson also wanted to express himself in an equally moving text: “Liam was someone I looked up to every day, such a positive, funny and caring soul. (…) I was immediately impressed by his voice, but above all I had the chance over time to see the good brother I had been waiting for all my life. Liam was an incredible songwriter. We often talked about getting in the studio together. Liam was, in my opinion, the most essential member of One Direction. (…) Liam, if you can hear me, I have a lot of trouble thinking about saying goodbye to you. I’m so grateful that we were even closer after the band ended, talking on the phone for hours. (…) I want you to know that if your son Bear needs me one day, I will be the Uncle he needs in his life and tell him how great his father was. (…) Payno, my guy, one of my best friends, I love you buddy. Sleep well“.
Liam Payne’s girlfriend breaks the silence
Until then silent, Liam Payne’s partner finally found the strength to speak out 48 hours after his death, first wanting to thank all those who gave him support. “Thank you for all the kind words and love sent my way. I am at a total loss. Nothing in these last days seemed real to me. I ask and pray that you will give me space to go through this privately. Liam, my angel. You are everything. I want you to know that I loved you unconditionally and completely. I will continue to love you for the rest of my life. I love you Liam“, wrote Kate Cassidy in a story shared on Instagram. In a relationship with the artist for two years, Kate Cassidy had shared photos of them attending a wedding on September 1.
